Does anyone think if Josh Gibson played in the mlb he'd be the all time home runleader?

Answer 1

Without a doubt.

First of all Josh Gibson was not a junkie. He did drugs well past his prime when his career was all but over out of depression of never getting the chance to showcase his skills in the majors. Junkies don't hit 800+ home runs.

The guy was so good that MLB writers and scout that saw him play called Babe Ruth the Josh Gibson of the majors and vice versa.

It so sad that a lot of quote, "Red, White, and Blue" Americans want to stain Josh's reputation every chance they get in fear that the truth will get out.

Answer 2

That's a mighty tough one, as there are so many factors involved. The biggest is -- the position. Not many catchers stay behind the plate long enough to pile up big career totals. They need frequent rest, and that's a factor. Hard to say if Gibson could play another position, although you'd think he could be taught to play first.

Second is Gibson's personal habits. He had some demons that brought his career to an end at a young age. That probably had something to do with racial discrimination, but it's difficult to guess if he'd been able to have a longer career under different conditions.

Third is the color line itself. If Gibson had played in a fully integrated, organized game, conditions would have been more standard and the competition would have been better. Everyone's numbers come down.

That all said, I consider Gibson and Johnny Bench about the two greatest catchers in history. Gibson probably was the better hitter, and one of the best hitters of any type. I don't know if he hits 755 homers, but he's up on the all-time list if he plays all his games in MLB.

Answer 3

I laugh every time I have to read bla, bla, bla, about Josh "The Junkie" Gibson. Now for the facts: Josh Gibson was considered a below average defensive catcher. In his entire career Gibson played in only 501 total games. He hit a grand total of 147 career home runs. No more than 17 in one season. He was a major drug addict and drank heavily. He died at age 32. He drank himself to death.

It always amazes me about the ***** Leagues when it comes to many of their ball players. Yes, there were some great players and it seems the longer they've been dead the greater their legend becomes. Josh Gibson was not one of them. He was not a good catcher, plain and simple. You don't have to believe me. Just reference the 10th addition of the Official Baseball Encyclopedia. Everything you want to know about Josh Gibson is there.

Answer 4

I had to read everyone else's answer just to find out who Josh Gibson was...

Answer 5

no the simple fact of him dieing at the age of 35 would have stopped him short.

Answer 6

yes he would of

Answer 7

IDK, but it's a shame that no one ever got to find out.

Answer 8

no.