The 17 Greatest Chicago Cubs Players of All Time

From Wrigley Field legends to modern-era fan favorites, this lineup spans over a century of franchise history, sluggers and aces alike. Who tops your list?

1

Ernie Banks

Beloved Hall of Fame shortstop and first baseman, a two-time NL MVP nicknamed 'Mr. Cub'.

1000pts

2

Ryne Sandberg

Hall of Fame second baseman famed for his rare blend of power and Gold Glove defense.

944pts

3

Kris Bryant

2016 NL MVP third baseman who anchored the Cubs' first World Series title in 108 years.

700pts

4

Aramis Ramirez

Consistent power-hitting third baseman across nearly a decade with the Cubs.

577pts

5

Gabby Hartnett

Hall of Fame catcher famous for the 'Homer in the Gloamin' in 1938.

577pts

6

Anthony Rizzo

Steady first baseman and clubhouse leader of the 2016 championship core.

500pts

7

Greg Maddux

Hall of Fame control artist who won four straight NL Cy Young Awards, two while a Cub.

409pts

8

Mark Grace

Slick-fielding first baseman who led the majors in hits during the 1990s.

409pts

9

Javier Baez

Electrifying shortstop known for acrobatic tags and highlight-reel plays.

409pts

10

Andre Dawson

Hall of Fame outfielder who won NL MVP in 1987 despite the Cubs' losing record.

409pts

11

Ron Santo

Hall of Fame third baseman and fan favorite known for his heel clicks after wins.

300pts

12

Mordecai Brown

Hall of Fame pitcher nicknamed 'Three Finger' who anchored the Cubs' 1900s dynasty.

300pts

13

Kerry Wood

Fireballing pitcher who struck out 20 batters in a legendary 1998 rookie performance.

300pts

14

Cap Anson

19th-century player-manager and one of the sport's first true superstars.

300pts

15

Sammy Sosa

Power-hitting right fielder whose 1998 home run chase captivated baseball.

167pts

16

Fergie Jenkins

Hall of Fame pitcher and the franchise's all-time strikeout leader among starters.

167pts

17

Derrek Lee

Power-hitting first baseman who won a batting title and Gold Glove in 2005.

167pts