NAME: Tony Conigliaro
POSITION: Right field
WHY IS HE HERE? Conigliaro was a phenom, but is also unfortunately one of the biggest tragedies in Red Sox history after his career ended prematurely following a beaning that hit him in the eye. He was one of the youngest players of all time to make it to 100 home runs and led the league in home runs in just his second season. He was easily one of the biggest stars on the team in the 1960's.
WOULD I PUT HIM IN IN 2001?: Yes.
ANY BETTER CHOICES IN 2001?: Any of the better choices is already here.
WOULD I PUT HIM IN NOW?: Yes.
ANY BETTER CHOICES NOW?: Conigliaro's story is bigger than his numbers. Obviously, players like Mookie Betts and possibly even Trot Nixon should be included in the set, but not at the expense of Conigliaro.
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