On Monday the Baseball Hall of Fame announced its annual Veterans Committee ballot, this one highlighting players from the Modern Era (1970-1987). While it is an impressive group, one missing name sticks out like a sore thumb — former Mets great and current broadcaster Keith Hernandez.
Before we get to arguably the greatest defensive baseman of all time, let’s check out the ballot:
Steve Garvey
Tommy John
Don Mattingly
Marvin Miller
Jack Morris
Dale Murphy
Dave Parker
Ted Simmons
Luis Tiant
Alan Trammell
First of all, does Mattingly even belong on his ballot?