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NICK
Mears
Kansas City Royals·P·Age 29·6th Season
Last updated: March 28, 2026
HOF Score
2.7
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season020
121
122
223
224
325
2020HOF Score by Season2025 ★ 3
WAR BY Season
2025
63 GP
2024
41 GP
2023
16 GP
2022
2 GP
2021
30 GP
2020
4 GP
MILESTONE Tracker
HOF Comparisons
At Age 29| Player | WAR | W | ERA | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nick Mears Active · 2026 | 0.0 | 7 | 4.610 | 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 |
Babe Ruth HOF · At age 28 | 64.2 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Ted Williams HOF · At age 28 | 44.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Mickey Mantle HOF · At age 28 | 48.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 3× MVP |
Ken Griffey Jr HOF · At age 28 | 51.4 | 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 |
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THE Verdict
Mears 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.