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politics5 days ago•4 min saved

Trump Awards Clemens Medal of Freedom in San Antonio

President Donald Trump announced on October 7 that he will award baseball pitcher Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The surprise declaration occurred at a campaign rally in San Antonio, Texas, where Clemens had introduced the President. Trump framed the civilian honor as superior to baseball recognition, specifically addressing Clemens' exclusion from the Baseball Hall of Fame due to steroid allegations. Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young Award winner, expressed shock and gratitude, stating the award from the President superseded his professional achievements. The event served as a campaign stop for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton ahead of the midterm elections.

via Fox News|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #donald-trump #midterm-elections

sportspolitics5 days ago•1 min saved

Trump Awards Roger Clemens Presidential Medal of Freedom, Bypassing Hall of Fame Snub

President Donald Trump announced on October 7 that he will award baseball pitcher Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The surprise announcement was made at a campaign rally in San Antonio, Texas, where Clemens had introduced the President. Trump called Clemens 'maybe the greatest pitcher of all time' and stated the award supersedes the Baseball Hall of Fame, which has repeatedly rejected Clemens due to steroid allegations. Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young winner, expressed shock and gratitude, noting the honor was given in his home state. This marks the second time Trump has used the medal to rehabilitate a baseball figure previously excluded from the Hall of Fame, following his advocacy for Pete Rose.

via New York Post|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #donald-trump #mitchell-report

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Jeff Kent Honors Lasorda’s RBI Mantra on Hall of Fame Night

Jeff Kent was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown alongside Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones. In his speech he reflected on his Mets years, recalled Tommy Lasorda’s simple truth that the ‘money lies in the RBIs,’ which guided his focus on producing runs, and credited Eddie Murray for a calm, prepared approach that stuck with him throughout his career.

via New York Post|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #cooperstown #jeff-kent

sports2 months ago•6 min saved

From MVP to Cooperstown: Jeff Kent's Hall of Fame Moment

Jeff Kent is inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown alongside Andruw Jones and Carlos Beltrán, spotlighting his MVP-caliber career and record 377 homers as a second baseman. The piece also notes Kent's unlikely Survivor appearance, his long wait on the ballot, and his emotional reaction and plans for an upcoming speech among a hall-wide gathering of legends.

via USA Today|

#andruw-jones #baseball-hall-of-fame #carlos-beltran

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Bobby Cox, Braves Architect of a Dynasty, Dies at 84

Bobby Cox, Hall of Fame manager who built Atlanta’s championship-era Braves, died at 84. He led the team to 14 straight NL East titles (1991–2005), captured the 1995 World Series crown, and accumulated 2,504 wins. A four-time Manager of the Year, Cox was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014 and leaves a legacy of sustained excellence and player development.

via New York Post|

#atlanta-braves #baseball-hall-of-fame #bobby-cox

sports7 months ago•7 min saved

Mazeroski’s Ninth-Inning Heroics Define a Hall of Fame Career

Bill Mazeroski, the Pirates second baseman whose ninth-inning homer in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series delivered Pittsburgh its first championship in 35 years, died at 89. Renowned for defense as much as power, Mazeroski won eight Gold Gloves and, after years of waiting, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2001. His iconic walk-off remains one of baseball’s most famous moments, cementing his legacy in the sport.

via The New York Times|

#1960-world-series-walk-off #baseball-hall-of-fame #bill-mazeroski

sports9 months ago•1 min saved

Newsday Readers Cast an Unofficial Ballot for the 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame

Newsday ran an unofficial reader poll for the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2026, allowing subscribers to vote up to 10 players (with the option to submit a blank ballot) under the 75% induction threshold. A total of 448 ballots were cast; the article outlines who readers voted for, the overall results, and how Newsday's eligible voters cast their ballots.

via Newsday|

#baseball #baseball-hall-of-fame #bbwaa

sports11 months ago•6 min saved

Contemporary Baseball Era Candidates for the Hall of Fame

The article discusses the Contemporary Baseball Era Player Ballot, featuring eight notable players whose primary contributions came since 1980, with results to be announced on MLB Network on December 7, and provides details about the Hall of Fame election process and rules.

via Baseball Hall of Fame|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #contemporary-era #induction

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Mariners Honor Ichiro Suzuki with Jersey Retirement and Celebrations

The Seattle Mariners retired Ichiro Suzuki's No. 51 jersey in a ceremony at T-Mobile Park, where Suzuki expressed gratitude to Randy Johnson for allowing him to wear the number and reflected on his career and the team's success, with plans to unveil a statue of him next season.

via Yahoo Sports|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #ichiro-suzuki #jersey-retirement

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Mariano Rivera Tears Achilles During Yankees Old-Timers' Day

Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera tore his Achilles tendon during the Yankees' Old-Timers' Day game while chasing a fly ball, requiring surgery. Rivera, the all-time leader in saves, was participating in the event for the second time and had previously battled injuries, including an ACL tear in 2012. The injury cast a shadow over a celebratory day honoring the Yankees' 2000 championship team.

via ESPN|

#achilles-tear #baseball-hall-of-fame #injury

sports1 year ago•7 min saved

Legendary MLB Power Hitter Dave Parker Passes Away at 74

Dave Parker, a legendary outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Hall of Famer known as the Cobra, passed away at 74. He was celebrated for his powerful hitting, key role in the 1979 World Series victory, and his later recognition by the Hall of Fame. Parker also faced challenges including a cocaine scandal and Parkinson's disease, which he publicly addressed through his foundation.

via The New York Times|

#1979-world-series #baseball-hall-of-fame #dave-parker

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Baseball Legend Dave Parker Passes Away at 74

Dave Parker, a Hall of Fame baseball outfielder and MVP, died at age 74 after battling Parkinson’s disease. He was a two-time World Series champion, 1978 MVP, and known for his remarkable career with the Pirates and other teams, as well as his leadership and charisma. His legacy will be honored at next month’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

via New York Post|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #dave-parker #mlb

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

MLB's Pete Rose Reinstatement Influenced by Trump, Says Rob Manfred

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred acknowledged that President Donald Trump's support influenced the decision to reinstate Pete Rose, who was previously banned for betting on baseball. Trump publicly advocated for Rose's pardon, and Manfred stated that the president's opinion was one of several factors considered in the decision, which was met with mixed reactions.

via The New York Times|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #betting-on-baseball #donald-trump

obituary1 year ago•7 min saved

Japanese Baseball Legend Shigeo Nagashima Passes Away at 89

Shigeo Nagashima, a legendary Japanese baseball player and key figure in the Yomiuri Giants' dynasty, passed away at 89 due to pneumonia. Celebrated for his exceptional skills, work ethic, and charisma, he was a national icon who symbolized Japan's postwar rebuilding and economic rise, earning numerous awards and honors, including induction into Japan's Baseball Hall of Fame.

via The New York Times|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #japan-sports-legend #japanese-baseball

sports2 years ago•6 min saved

Jarren Duran Shines as All-Star MVP, Linking Legacy to Ted Williams

Boston Red Sox center fielder Jarren Duran hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, earning the Ted Williams All-Star Game MVP award. His performance linked him to Red Sox legend Ted Williams, who also hit an All-Star home run at the same age. Duran's jersey will be displayed in the Baseball Hall of Fame to commemorate the event.

via The New York Times|

#baseball-hall-of-fame #boston-red-sox #jarren-duran