**MLB All-Quarter Century Team Revealed: Pujols, Jeter, and More Elite Stars Highlight the Lineup**

After weeks of anticipation, the votes are in and the MLB All-Quarter Century Team has been announced. This exclusive team comprises players who have defined baseball excellence from the year 2000 onwards. With the conclusion of polling and the tallying of over 12,000 votes, we can now celebrate the athletes who made the cut: Jose Altuve, Adrián Beltré, Barry Bonds, Trevor Hoffman, Derek Jeter, Randy Johnson, Clayton Kershaw, Pedro Martinez, Shohei Ohtani, Buster Posey, Albert Pujols, Mariano Rivera, Max Scherzer, Ichiro Suzuki, Mike Trout, and Justin Verlander.

Together, these players boast an awe-inspiring collection of accolades: 14 Cy Young awards, 18 MVP awards, and 20 World Series championships. Their combined statistics include 1,064 victories, 1,253 saves, 2,822 home runs, and 19,761 hits. Each name represents countless memorable moments that have etched themselves into the fabric of baseball history.

For instance, Albert Pujols' decisive victory as a first baseman is a nod to his remarkable career. Pujols stands second only to Hank Aaron in career RBIs and total bases, and he is the sole player to amass 700 homers, 3,000 hits, and multiple championships. Pujols' postseason performances are legendary, highlighted by a stellar .995 OPS and a three-home run game in the 2011 World Series.

While Miguel Cabrera might not have made the final cut, his achievements are nothing short of extraordinary. Cabrera is one of just three players in history to achieve 500 homers, 3,000 hits, and a .300 career batting average—a feat only shared with Hank Aaron and Willie Mays. Additionally, Cabrera clinched the Triple Crown in 2012, an extremely rare accomplishment in modern baseball.

Albert Pujols’ career saw a downturn after leaving the Cardinals in December 2011, contributing only 12.6 WAR over the next decade. Comparatively, Miguel Cabrera’s late career was marred by a steeper decline, with a slash line of .262/.329/.381 and a negative WAR of -2.5 in his final seven seasons. However, Pujols managed a glorious swan song in 2022, cementing his status among the all-time greats.

This quarter-century team not only highlights individual prowess but also symbolizes the contributions of these legendary players to the rich tapestry of baseball. Their performances and legacies will continue to inspire and enthrall generations of baseball fans.