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Originally Posted by actionjackson
The Hall of Merit has him listed as a 3B (between John McGraw and Graig Nettles), which means they've calculated that he accrued the most value at 3B. His plaque lists him as a 3B/DH/2B/1B, so an argument can be made for either 3B or DH. The HoM is a cool alternative for those who are weary of the Cooperstown bickerfest. Of course, it could set off fresh bickering because none of these things will ever get it perfect, but I think they have it right for the most part. You should check it out The Game - Billy Pierce is in there - made it in in their 1987 Class. 
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I read it the other day and thought it was interesting. My dad will tell you had Pierce played for the Yankees he would be in and Ford would not had he played for the Sox.
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