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KENLEY
Jansen
Detroit Tigers·P·Age 38·17th Season
Last updated: March 28, 2026
HOF Score
46.2
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season1616
2217
2718
3119
3220
3621
3922
4123
4424
4625
4626
2016HOF Score by Season2026 ★ 46
WAR BY Season
2026
1 GP
2025
62 GP
2024
54 GP
2023
51 GP
2022
65 GP
2021
69 GP
2020
27 GP
2019
62 GP
2018
69 GP
MILESTONE Tracker
1,500 Strikeouts (P)1,278 / 1,500
~2029 season
2,000 Strikeouts (P)1,278 / 2,000
2036 season
100 Pitcher Wins54 / 100
2040 season
2,500 Strikeouts (P)1,278 / 2,500
2042 season
3,000 Strikeouts (P)1,278 / 3,000
2048 season
HOF Comparisons
At Age 38| Player | WAR | W | ERA | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Kenley Jansen Active · 2026 | 25.4 | 54 | 2.570 | 0× MVP |
Willie Mays HOF · At age 35 | 108.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Hank Aaron HOF · At age 35 | 107.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Babe Ruth HOF · At age 35 | 153.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Ted Williams HOF · At age 35 | 97.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Mickey Mantle HOF · At age 35 | 102.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 3× MVP |
Ken Griffey Jr HOF · At age 35 | 75.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Derek Jeter HOF · At age 35 | 66.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× MVP |
Cal Ripken Jr HOF · At age 35 | 88.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
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THE Verdict
Jansen currently sits outside clear Hall of Fame consideration. An extended elite stretch — think multiple MVP-caliber seasons — would be needed to build a credible Cooperstown case.