It has been a momentum for a decision to reinstate at least 17 players of the MLB, or “legends,” who will now be eligible for the Hall of Fame. The decision, brought forward by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, is being praised by all teams, their managers, and former MLB players.
Jane Forbes Clark explains how the board will decide now
Hall of Fame chairman of the board Jane Forbes Clark also shared what she felt about the policy change. As per her official statement, she said:
“The National Baseball Hall of Fame has always maintained that anyone removed from baseball’s permanently ineligible list will become eligible for Hall of Fame consideration. Major League Baseball’s decision to remove deceased individuals from the permanently ineligible list will allow for the Hall of Fame candidacy of such individuals to now be considered. The Historical Overview Committee will develop the ballot of eight names for the Classic Baseball Era Committee—which evaluates candidates who made their greatest impact on the game prior to 1980—to vote on when it meets next in December 2027.”
Hall of Famer Barry Larkin comes in support of MLB’s policy changeCincinnati Reds’ great and Hall of Famer Barry Larkin was also supportive of MLB’s decision. He said:
"It would have been super amazing to be able to share his enshrinement with him as with us being from Cincinnati and him being my first manager.”
Recalling a memory with Pete Rose, he said:
"He gave me my first opportunity. He’s a guy I grew up idolizing and trying to be like. I feel like it would be a wonderful thing for the west side of Cincinnati, for Cincinnati as a whole and all of Red's land. It will be amazing.”
Chicago White Sox places trust in evaluation process
The White Sox released a statement, where they said:
“Major League Baseball’s decision today allows for 17 players, including eight members of the 1919 White Sox team, to now be eligible for consideration for the Hall of Fame. The White Sox trust that the process currently in place will thoughtfully evaluate each player’s contributions to the game.”
Phillies praise Pete Rose’s contribution in MLB
The Philadelphia Phillies also shared a statement regarding the new policy. The team said:
“The Phillies support today's decision by Commissioner Manfred and Major League Baseball to remove Pete Rose from the permanently ineligible list. As one of the greatest players in the history of the game, Pete made significant on-field contributions to the Phillies over his five seasons (1979-83) with the club, highlighted by our first World Series title in 1980.”
Also Read: MLB lifts bans on 17 former players in historic move - Who are the players?
Jane Forbes Clark explains how the board will decide now
Hall of Fame chairman of the board Jane Forbes Clark also shared what she felt about the policy change. As per her official statement, she said:
Hall of Fame Chairman Jane Forbes Clark said that Manfred’s decision will allow individuals removed from the permanently ineligible list to now be considered. The Historical Overview Committee will develop the 8-person ballot for the Classic Baseball Era Committee in Dec. 2027.
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) May 13, 2025
“The National Baseball Hall of Fame has always maintained that anyone removed from baseball’s permanently ineligible list will become eligible for Hall of Fame consideration. Major League Baseball’s decision to remove deceased individuals from the permanently ineligible list will allow for the Hall of Fame candidacy of such individuals to now be considered. The Historical Overview Committee will develop the ballot of eight names for the Classic Baseball Era Committee—which evaluates candidates who made their greatest impact on the game prior to 1980—to vote on when it meets next in December 2027.”
Statement from Baseball Hall of Fame Chairman of the Board Jane Forbes Clark:
— Austin Elmore (@autyelmore) May 13, 2025
The National Baseball Hall of Fame has always maintained that anyone removed from Baseball’s permanently ineligible list will become eligible for Hall of Fame consideration. Major League Baseball’s…
Hall of Famer Barry Larkin comes in support of MLB’s policy changeCincinnati Reds’ great and Hall of Famer Barry Larkin was also supportive of MLB’s decision. He said:
"It would have been super amazing to be able to share his enshrinement with him as with us being from Cincinnati and him being my first manager.”
Recalling a memory with Pete Rose, he said:
"He gave me my first opportunity. He’s a guy I grew up idolizing and trying to be like. I feel like it would be a wonderful thing for the west side of Cincinnati, for Cincinnati as a whole and all of Red's land. It will be amazing.”
Chicago White Sox places trust in evaluation process
The White Sox released a statement, where they said:
“Major League Baseball’s decision today allows for 17 players, including eight members of the 1919 White Sox team, to now be eligible for consideration for the Hall of Fame. The White Sox trust that the process currently in place will thoughtfully evaluate each player’s contributions to the game.”
Phillies praise Pete Rose’s contribution in MLB
The Philadelphia Phillies also shared a statement regarding the new policy. The team said:
The Phillies issued the following statement today regarding Pete Rose. pic.twitter.com/nv3Rr6J3t8
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) May 13, 2025
“The Phillies support today's decision by Commissioner Manfred and Major League Baseball to remove Pete Rose from the permanently ineligible list. As one of the greatest players in the history of the game, Pete made significant on-field contributions to the Phillies over his five seasons (1979-83) with the club, highlighted by our first World Series title in 1980.”
Also Read: MLB lifts bans on 17 former players in historic move - Who are the players?
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