Ernie Lombardi was slow afoot, but he didn't let his lack of speed deter him. In his 17-year career, he compiled a .306 batting average and was recognized as a potent presence behind the plate. Lombardi hit .300 or better 10 times, earned the National League MVP Award in 1938 and won batting titles in 1938 and '42. A fine handler of pitchers, Lombardi had an outstanding throwing arm from a crouch position, rifling the ball with a sidearm release. Lombardi also caught Johnny Vander Meer's two consecutive no-hitters in '38.