What is Hopkins' place in boxing history?

[Hulk]

He's had incredible success and longevity other boxers could only dream about. Some think he's one of the greatest ever, others think he's cherry-picked opponents and feasted on naturally smaller guys and doesn't deserve the praise he gets. Where do you think his place is in boxing history?

Solid, crafty vet, good MW champ.

Unusually he lost his power early, but has managed to point out some decent wins against decent guys.

"Decent" ? What is your definition of "good" ?

Antonio Tarver, Jean Pascal, Kelly Pavlik, Winky Wright and Tavoris Cloud were only "decent" ?

There is no pleasing some people. If you hate or dislike a fighter then no matter what he does he can't win you over.

I believe Hopkins to be a bonafide all time great. Lesser fighters have been given the title that is for certain.