2015 Baseball Hall Of Fame Inductees Announced
As the clock drew closer and close to 1pm central time, fans, media, and spectators around Major League Baseball waited with anticipation to see exactly who the Baseball Writers Association of America elected in the the Hall of Fame. With Cooperstown awaiting it’s 2015 class, a higher level of scrutiny surrounding a Hall of Fame class may not have ever been reached. With the reveal now public, let’s take a look who was awarded the ultimate prize.
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One of the more notable groupings of players in recent memory, the 2015 Major League Hall of Fame class is impressive. Let’s give them all their due by taking a look at who will be enshrined this summer.
May 20, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher former pitcher
Pedro Martinezshows his World Series rings prior to a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
Pedro Martinez
In a his first year on the ballot, Pedro was selected near unanimously to be enshrined in Cooperstown. With a career 2.93 ERA and 3154 strikeouts, he was one of the most dominating pitchers of his generation. As a fireballer before the new wave of fireballers, Martinez regularly overpowered batters and dominated the mound.
May 18, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA;
Randy Johnsonthrows out the first pitch at Chase Field to honor the 10th anniversary of his perfect game against the Atlanta Braves. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Randy Johnson
The Big Unit also saw a near unanimous selection into the Baseball Hall of Fame. With an imposing frame, Johnson struck fear into batters even prior to looking into his career 3.29 ERA and 4,875 strikeouts. The five-time Cy Young winner was a lock for the Hall of Fame prior to entering the ballot, and it was merely a formality for him.
Apr 1, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros former players
Craig Biggio(left) and
Nolan Ryan(right) wave to the crowd before a game against the New York Yankees at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Craig Biggio
After falling just a few votes short a year ago, Biggio gets his due. The former Houston Astro spent all 20 years of his career with the organization. 291 home runs, 3060 hits, three Gold Gloves, and a 65.1 WAR, Biggio became on the staples in the game for a long time.
Jul 13, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; MLB former players
Mike Piazza(left) talks with
John Smoltz(right) during the MLB legends and celebrity softball game at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
John Smoltz
After being a part of what may have been one of the best starting rotations in baseball history, Smoltz gets into the Hall of Fame on his own merit. A 3.33 career ERA is backed by 3084 strikeouts, and one Cy young award.
No former Minnesota Twins players were elected in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Most notably on the ballot was former closer, Eddie Guardado. Despite making the ballot however, Guardado will be left off next year after receiving less than 5% of the vote. With his new position on the Twins staff, he has an ok consolation prize staying involved in the game.
Other potential snubs include Barry Bonds, Fred McGriff, Edgar Martinez, Larry Walker, Alan Trammel, Roger Clemens, Mike Mussina, and Mike Piazza
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