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AUSTIN
Hays
Chicago White Sox·LF·Age 30·9th Season
Last updated: March 28, 2026
HOF Score
13.4
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season217
319
420
721
1022
1223
1224
1325
1326
2017HOF Score by Season2026 ★ 13
WAR BY Season
2026
1 GP
2025
103 GP
2024
63 GP
2023
144 GP
2022
145 GP
2021
131 GP
2020
33 GP
2019
21 GP
2017
20 GP
MILESTONE Tracker
1,500 Hits632 / 1,500
2039 season
200 Home Runs83 / 200
2039 season
HOF Comparisons
At Age 30| Player | WAR | HR | AVG | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Austin Hays Active · 2026 | 0.0 | 83 | .262 | 0× MVP |
Willie Mays HOF · At age 30 | 56.8 | 250 | — | 2× MVP |
Hank Aaron HOF · At age 30 | 63.4 | 253 | — | 1× MVP |
Babe Ruth HOF · At age 30 | 91.8 | 340 | — | 1× MVP |
Ted Williams HOF · At age 30 | 62.4 | 208 | — | 2× MVP |
Mickey Mantle HOF · At age 30 | 71.2 | 329 | — | 3× MVP |
Ken Griffey Jr HOF · At age 30 | 62.8 | 382 | — | 1× MVP |
Derek Jeter HOF · At age 30 | 44.8 | 119 | — | 0× MVP |
Cal Ripken Jr HOF · At age 30 | 64.4 | 271 | — | 2× MVP |
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THE Verdict
Hays 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.