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Smith
Hall of Fame Probability & HOF Score
Cleveland Guardians·P·Age 27·3th Season
Last updated: September 23, 2026
HOF Score
19.9
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season1224
1725
2026
2024HOF Score by Season2026 ★ 20
WAR BY Season
2026
58 GP
2025
76 GP
2024
74 GP
MILESTONE Tracker
HALL OF FAME Comparisons
At Age 27| Player | WAR | W | ERA | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cade Smith Active · 2026 | 0.0 | 17 | 2.400 | 0× MVP |
Nolan Ryan HOF · At age 28 | 24.6 | 0 | 3.28 | 0× MVP |
Tony Gwynn HOF · At age 28 | 28.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× MVP |
Willie Mays HOF · At age 28 | 38.2 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Hank Aaron HOF · At age 28 | 44.2 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Derek Jeter HOF · At age 28 | 32.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× MVP |
Cal Ripken Jr HOF · At age 28 | 48.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Frank Robinson HOF · At age 28 | 52.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Mike Schmidt HOF · At age 28 | 42.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 3× MVP |
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THE Verdict
Will Cade Smith make the Hall of Fame?
Smith 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.
What is Cade Smith's HOF Score?
Cade Smith's current HOF Score is 19.9 out of 100, placing them in the “✗ Unlikely” tier. The score is calculated from 5 dimensions: Career Value (30%), Milestone Progress (25%), Awards & Selections (20%), Peak Performance (15%), and Longevity (10%).