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The Baseball Hall of Fame's Era Committee has announced eight candidates for induction, including Bonds, Clemens, and Sheffield, with a vote scheduled for December 7; recent rule changes and past steroid allegations complicate their chances.
The Baseball Hall of Fame is expected to welcome a multi-member class for the first time in four years, with Adrian Beltre and Joe Mauer likely to be inducted on their first year on the ballot. Todd Helton and Billy Wagner are also poised for induction, while Gary Sheffield may fall just short. The Hall of Fame voting process has been impacted by the steroid era, with players like Alex Rodriguez facing challenges in their candidacy. Looking ahead, Ichiro Suzuki is a sure bet for induction next year, with several other players having a good chance to enter the Hall of Fame in the future.