O/T 2026 HOF Contemporary Ballot

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Originally Posted by nwobhm

We have all watched real criminals get off on real crimes with substantially more evidence. Not saying they did it, not saying they didn’t. If MLB knows they cheated then why are they on the ballot at all? If they are on the ballot they should be assumed clean.

I don't know the nuances of the rules that govern whether a player is on the ballot. But I wouldn't be surprised if the living players in the HOF are violently opposed to the cheaters getting in. And as former players, they probably have access to much more intel about what happens in the clubhouse or in the locker room. It's not a court of law, which is unfortunate for Bonds and Clemens, but arguably good for the game.