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One promising development in evaluating players across different eras is the introduction of era-adjusted WAR, which accounts for the evolving talent pool and performance metrics. For example, Felix Hernandez’s conventional WAR is below Hall of Fame standards at 49.7, yet his era-adjusted WAR of 63.1 elevates his standing significantly, positioning him closer to other revered pitchers in the Hall. Conversely, Cy Young’s staggering WAR of 163.5 drops to 59.2 when adjusted for the era, illustrating how statistical contexts can paint vastly different pictures.