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sports1 year ago

Dick Allen and Dave Parker Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

Dick Allen, a standout player of his era, has been posthumously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Era Baseball Committee, to be inducted in 2025. Despite his impressive career stats, Allen faced challenges due to racial tensions and media relations, which delayed his recognition. His election is seen as long overdue by supporters, including his family and former teammates. Allen passed away in 2020, but his legacy will be honored in Cooperstown.

via NBC Sports Philadelphia|
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sports1 year ago

Classic Era Ballot Features Baseball Legends for Hall of Fame

Dick Allen, Dave Parker, and Luis Tiant are among eight candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame's classic era committee ballot, which will be voted on December 8 at the winter meetings in Dallas. The committee considers players, managers, umpires, and executives whose contributions were before 1980. A 75% vote is required for induction, with the results announced in January. The ballot also includes Tommy John, Steve Garvey, Ken Boyer, and former Negro Leaguers John Donaldson and Vic Harris.

via ESPN|
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