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Henderson
Baltimore Orioles·SS·Age 24·5th Season
Last updated: March 28, 2026
HOF Score
61.9
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season1622
3823
5124
6225
6226
2022HOF Score by Season2026 ★ 62
WAR BY Season
2026
1 GP
2025
154 GP
2024
159 GP
2023
150 GP
2022
34 GP
MILESTONE Tracker
40 Career WAR19 / 40
2032 season
200 Home Runs86 / 200
2033 season
HOF Comparisons
At Age 24| Player | WAR | HR | AVG | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gunnar Henderson Active · 2026 | 21.4 | 86 | .269 | 2× MVP |
Willie Mays HOF · At age 25 | 10.5 | 51 | — | 2× MVP |
Hank Aaron HOF · At age 25 | 12.6 | 44 | — | 1× MVP |
Babe Ruth HOF · At age 25 | 18.4 | 54 | — | 1× MVP |
Ted Williams HOF · At age 25 | 16.8 | 62 | — | 2× MVP |
Mickey Mantle HOF · At age 25 | 18.4 | 130 | — | 3× MVP |
Ken Griffey Jr HOF · At age 25 | 24.6 | 189 | — | 1× MVP |
Derek Jeter HOF · At age 25 | 12.4 | 44 | — | 0× MVP |
Cal Ripken Jr HOF · At age 25 | 22.4 | 116 | — | 2× MVP |
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THE Verdict
Henderson's case sits in contested territory. The raw numbers are impressive but fall short of traditional HOF benchmarks. A sustained run of All-Star caliber seasons would shift the narrative significantly.