C, b. 1971. Kagan’s performance on the biggest stage is still revealing itself, but her past work and early time on the Court clearly have striking parallels to Posada, a player who was a stable force for the men in pinstripes for more than a decade. Like Posada, Kagan has not been known for her flashy performances on the field. Her writings whether in the majority or not have earned praise for clarity and precision. She did not establish a reputation as a powerful litigator, having never argued a case before becoming President Obama’s Solicitor General in 2009. That’s much like Posada who, as a lifetime .273 hitter in his 1,829 big league games, always took the field with a workman-like style. What made Posada incredibly valuable for the Yankees was his ability to handle his pitchers—many destined for Cooperstown—in high-pressure situations under perhaps the most intense spotlight in baseball. Similarly, as dean of Harvard Law School, Kagan won praise for her ability to manage that complex institution, which fields its own share of prima donnas and future Hall of Famers. On the Court, she has continued to be a team player, rarely writing concurring opinions, which, in her view, would suggest a lack of consensus among the justices with whom she votes. In short, both Posada and Kagan can be seen as valuable members of their respective teams, helping to bolster organizational cohesion and productivity, without swinging a big bat. C, b. 1969. One of the few Ivy League grads (Dartmouth) in the majors, Ausmus has appeared in more big league games than any other Jewish player. Had he not played baseball, Ausmus has suggested he likely would have opted for law school. But the fit is wrong. Ausmus is a National Leaguer. Kagan has always rooted for an American League franchise. LHP, b. 1980. This towering left-hander (6 feet 7 inches) has been a consistent winner since entering the big leagues in 2001. He was a dominating force for the Yankees in 2010, posting a 21-7 record with a 3.18 ERA. No evidence yet that Kagan is Satbathia but there is every hope that she will grow in her current position. LHP, b. 1975. This middle reliever for the Bosox has posted solid numbers since arriving in 2007 (16-8 record with 3.06 ERA). The arrival of Japanese phenom Daisuke Matsuzaka on the Boston roster that same year has tended to keep Okajima out of the spotlight. As Kagan is a dyed-in-the-wool New Yorker, any hint of Red Sox Nation is off-base.