Are there truly writers who believe Cal Ripken (left) and Tony Gwynn don't belong in the Hall?
(JEREMY SPARIG/BLOOMBERG)
Bob Ryan
No excuse, no defense for these ballot balks
Are there truly writers who believe Cal Ripken (left) and Tony Gwynn don't belong in the Hall?
(JEREMY SPARIG/BLOOMBERG)
Help! I am consumed with guilt by association. Yes, I am currently carrying card No. 151 in the Baseball Writers Association of America. Yes, I voted in the most recent Hall of Fame election. And, yes, I am deeply ashamed because, once again, two obvious candidates were denied the honor of being a unanimous choice of the voting body to ... (Full article: 1061 words)
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