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Posted By: mike

Santo, by many accounts, was a decent fielder, had enthusiasm, and was not blamed for the '69 fiasco. Those who suffer from diabetes admire Santo for his ability to play trough illness. Santo's power numbers are huge for a 6-7 year stretch, especially compared to other HOFers, playing during those years.

If he was a Yankee during those horrible later years, he'd be in. Just because the lovable losers have Banks, Jenkins, & Williams already in, Santo shouldn't be excluded. Add in his broadcasting career, and he's made a life contribution to baseball.

I like Santo, but I'm not really crazy about his broadcasting style. His partner gets sophmoric. I notice my Dad doesn't even turn down the volume on the TV & turn on the radio anymore when the Cubbs are on; he changes the channel.