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To: jmccoy1252
I vote yes on the HOF for Ozzie

On another topic, what are folks opinions for the football HOF for Kurt Warner and Terrell Davis. I say yes to each. They don't have longevity in their corner, but I liken their careers to Sandy Koufax's. Thoughts?

14 posted on 01/01/2002 6:50:29 AM PST by The G Man
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To: The G Man
I think Ozzie should go into the HOF -- eventually. I don't see him as a first ballot choice, but neither is he a veteran's committee kind of guy. I'd say three or four years should suffice.

There are too many other players who've waited or are waiting too long with similar credentials ahead of Ozzie. Mazeroski and Santo are the best examples. The only way to justify Ozzie as a first ballot choice is to use the Brooks Robinson example -- that he was just so completely ahead of the pack with his glove that he should go in. And while Ozzie was truly stunning with the glove, I'm not sure he's in league with B. Robber.

18 posted on 01/01/2002 6:57:10 AM PST by jeffyraven
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To: The G Man
Ozzie Smith? not quite, if it wasn't for ESPN most would not have known of his defensive exploits. They don't show up in boxscores. He'll probably make it tho.

As for Kurt Warner possibly if he keeps rolling the way he has been, along with another ring.

T.D, as of right now no way.

35 posted on 01/01/2002 8:56:14 AM PST by Mikerow
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