Alex Rodriguz is one of the best third basemen's around right now. In 2002 he had a .300 batting average and hit 57 homers leading the AL division in homers in a single season. Some other great third basemen are Cal Ripken and Scott Rolen. Cal Ripken holds the all time record for RBIs. He's won countless gold gloves and is a all-star player defensively. He had a .247 batting average and a .350 slugging percentage. Scott Rolen is also a great third basemen. He has participated in the All star games from 1983-2000. He also has been All Star MVP in 1991 and 2000. He was AL Rookie of they year in 1982, AL MVP in 1983 and 1991. Scott Rolen is also a great third basemen. He's appeared in 2002, 2003, and 2004 all-star game. In 1997 he was awarded the AL Rookie of the Year. He's won Gold Gloves in 1998, 2000,2001,2002, 2003, and 2004. He's been awarded MVP in 1998, 2001, and 2004.