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Blyleven’s wait is an indictment of the Baseball Writers

On Wednesday, Bert Blyleven was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, earning his place among the greats of the game. After 14 tries, the Baseball Writers Association of America finally repaired its most glaring mistake, electing a man who most baseball experts concluded was Hall of Fame worthy years ago.

Why Jack Morris is still waiting for Hall call

For the first time since 1999, the Baseball Hall of Fame will induct a starting pitcher this summer, but it won’t be Jack Morris. Morris, who won more games (by far) than any other pitcher in the 1980s, and who pitched one of the greatest games in baseball history in Game Seven of the 1991 World Series, is still waiting for his Cooperstown call. With Blyleven now off the ballot, Morris’s candidacy will take center stage over the next three years – his final three chances via the Baseball Writers.

Evaluating the Hall of Fame’s Expansion Era Ballot

Next week the Baseball Hall of Fame will announce the results of a veterans committee election that considers 12 candidates from the Expansion Era. It’s the first election in the new Hall of Fame balloting process that has the voting separated into three ballots based on era: Expansion (1973-present), Golden (1947-1972), and Pre-Integration (1871-1946). Every year one of the ballots will be addressed. A small group (16) will vote in seclusion during the winter meetings. Any candidate receiving 12 votes will be elected.

Only World Series champions without Hall of Famers

From 1903-1989, every World Series winning team except two have boasted at least one future Hall of Famer on their roster. In most of the cases, the winning team has had more than one player who have gone on to be immortalized in Cooperstown.

When Hall of Famers made their big league debut

When Juan Marichal stepped on the mound for the first time as a big leaguer, it was the first major league game he had ever seen. Nine innings later, he had made one of the most spectacular debuts in baseball history, and launched a career that would land him in Cooperstown.

Hugh Duffy and Tommy McCarthy: Baseball’s Heavenly Twins

Today, Hugh Duffy is largely remembered for his amazing 1894 season, in which he hit .438, a mark that remains a major league record. But he was also a manager, executive, coach, and team owner, who was under contract in baseball for an incredible 68 years of his life.

Exploring the Origins of Gambling

Casinos have been around for as long as gambling, a popular activity in many cultures, has. Ancient Egyptian artifacts date gaming to at least 2630 BC. Looking forward to a few centuries, in 1638, the legendary Casino di Venezia opened its doors to its first visitors in the city of Venice.

Mobile Gaming Experience with WooCasino App

Many players from Australia would like to install the WooCasino app on Android and iOS devices. Currently, downloadable software for smartphones and tablets is under development. The mobile version of the site is being offered as a replacement.

Breaking Down the MLB MVP Race in 2024: Unveiling the Top Contenders

With spring training just around the corner, it’s time to sit down and start thinking about who could be named MLB MVP in 2024. The AL and NL MVP races both have the potential to be closer than they’ve been in a long time, with dozens of names to seriously consider. Today, we’ll be narrowing it down to the three most likely candidates in each league, and what they bring to the table.

Which Cities Are Most Likely to Get an MLB Team?

Securing a Major League Baseball team involves a comprehensive assessment of a city’s capabilities. Factors such as fan interest, market size, and stadium facilities play a critical role in determining the feasibility of hosting an MLB team.

Most Hits by Batting Order Position

Mickey Doolin was born about 100 miles northwest of Philadelphia. He didn’t have to travel far to become a major league ballplayer. In 1905 he was inserted

Dota 2 Support Tips & Tricks to Dominating your Lane

If you’re new to Dota 2 or looking to improve your support play, there are some tips and tricks that can help you dominate your lane. By mastering the basics of support play, you can help your team secure early kills, control the map, and win team fights.

A Betting Guide For The MLB Draft 2023

With the MLB Draft only months away, it’s time to start prepping for one of the most exciting times in baseball. It’s an incredible season full of hope, anticipation, and opportunity.

Barry Bonds Has a Complicated Legacy

For much of his career, the Giants slugger was juiced up with performance-enhancing drugs, which made many of his accomplishments questionable.