can't help thinking of paul blair. centerfielder extraordinaire ended with a career .302 obp and 96 ops+ over 17 seasons. also won eight gold gloves and finished in top 16 or better mvp three times. also played in six world series (four winners).
maybe baseball could steer legitimate two-way players onto national league teams so they can get 75-100 plate appearances per year even if they concentrate on pitching. edit: or just eliminate the designated hitter.