The Modern Era Committee failed to vote Detroit Tigers legend Lou Whitaker into the Hall of Fame on Sunday, and along with that decision came some strong opinions from members of both the media and the team’s fanbase.
While the two players who did manage to get the nod were very worthy of their accolade, many have been left wondering why someone with the statistical support that Sweet Lou had would pick up only half of the votes necessary for election into the hallowed halls of Cooperstown.
Lou Whitaker received six votes from the 16-member Modern Baseball Era committee.