Here's another example of hype and perception over substance and facts. Ozzie Smith is in the HOF because, after all, he is the Wizard. His hitting stats aren't anywhere near HOF standards, in fact fairly dismal. But he did 7 flips and stood on his head before throwing the guy out.
Ozzie and Cals fielding comparison:
They played full time at short at the same time for 11 seasons. For those 11 seasons Cal had more assists 8 times to Ozzies 3.
For those 11 seasons Cal had a better fielding percentage 6 times to Ozzie's 5.
Because Ozzie was older compare Ozzie's first 10 years to Cal's when they should have been at their best.
Ozzie had more assists 6 times to Cals 4.
