A Hall of a Debate
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by user Joebook
About two years ago, I wrote a freelance article about the Hall of Fame, and how certain guys deserved entry, while others didn't. I'll have to find the article and post it here.
My idea for the Hall of Fame is to use the top-10 players at each position, as voted on by the players and coaches, past and present. No media, no outside sources... just players and coaches. This would ensure that the vote isn't tainted by a certain writer's hatred for a particular team, or any other bias you can think of.
When I compiled the list, There were several big names left off the board. Imagine having to pick only 10 first basemen from the many greats in our history. Guys like McGwire don't make the cut.
Also imagine having to choose 10 closers, when there are only four currently enshrined. Since closer is a newer position, the choices are slim.
I invite all of you to create your HOF, using only the 10 best players at each position. I know it's a lot of work, but your results will be interesting.
As soon as I can find mine, I'll post it. Remember, only 10 each. I didn't include middle relievers, but if you want to, go crazy. This comes to a total of 100 players (8 positions, and two sets of pitchers... SP and RP) and no more.
Good luck...
Date
Mon 07/31/06, 11:39 am EST
