We Will Be Sad, You Gold Glovin' Athletic

Eric Chavez. My fourth favorite player in the MLB behind only Dustin Pedroia, Jayson Werth, and Nick Markakis. Back in 2006, I collected a lot of baseball cards. Eric Chavez was one of em. I became attached to him and in 07 it grew with this great play he made:

Six-time Gold Glove third baseman Eric Chavez ended the Yankees' 10th with a great falling, barehanded grab on the dirt in foul territory after the ball popped out of his glove, and earlier hit a two-run homer. Check the video out here: Eric Chavez Great Play. Sorry there was no Youtube video. Click on play. Scroll all the way down until you see Eric Chavez's play.

He has had many injuries and has not played for a long period of time. I think his injuried started in '08. Well this year he had neck spasms and it may be the end of his career. Even if he does retire he should make the Hall of Fame. Why? Here's why:

1. He's seen as the A's team captain since 2000 even though they don't have one.
2. He was the 10th overall pick in the 1996 draft.
3. His career stats are .267 batting average, 229 home runs, and 778 RBI's.
4. He has played for the A's for his entire career: loyalty.
5. He was 2002's Silver Slugger award winner for third base.
6. A's team MVP many times.
7. 6 time Gold Glove award winner. Won award in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006.
8. Lead the AL in base on balls in 2004.
9. He hit for the cycle in 2000.
10. He is number 231 on the list of the Top 500 home run hitters of all time, 38th among active hitters.
11. Minor League Player of the Year.
12. September 2001 AL Player of the Month.

Good luck Eric Chavez. You're awesome!