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We have uploaded the 2027 list of Baseball Eligibles

We have added a new section on the Notinhalloffame.com site with the 2027 Baseball Futures.  These are the players who will first be eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2027, though there is no guarantee that they will make the ballot.  It is likely that many will not make it.  We encourage you to vote and give your opinions on their respective HOF credentials.

The names are:

Alex Avila:  Avila was an All-Star Catcher once while playing with the Detroit Tigers.

Andrew Miller: A two-time All-Star as a Relief Pitcher, Miller won the 2015 Rivera Relief Award and won the ALCS MVP as a member of the Cleveland Indians.  He twice finished in the top ten in Cy Young voting.

Asdrubal Cabrera: Cabrera went to back-to-back All-Stars as a Cleveland Indian in 2011 and 2012, and was a Silver Slugger later in the first of those two years.  He later won a World Series with Washington (2019).

Brett Gardner:  A New York Yankee for the entirety of his Major League career, Gardner was an All-Star once, a Gold Glove winner once and once led the American League in Defensive bWAR.  He was one of the better defensive outfielders of his era and offensively provided 1,470 Hits.

Buster Posey:  Arguably the best Catcher in the National League throughout the 2010s, Posey played his entire career with the San Francisco Giants where he won three World Series Rings, an MVP, the Rookie of the Year, five Gold Gloves and one Silver Slugger.  The seven-time All-Star also won a Batting Title and had a lifetime Batting Average of .302 with 1,500 Hits.

Dellin Betances:  Betances was twice named the Sporting News Pitcher of the Year and was a four-time All-Star as a reliever. 

Derek Holland:  Holland played for eight teams and had an 82-83 lifetime record.  His best years were with Texas.

Dexter Fowler: Fowler helped the Chicago Cubs win the 2016 World Series and the Outfielder was also an All-Star once.

Ervin Santana:  A two-time All-Star, Santana twice finished in the top ten in Cy Young voting.  He accumulated 1,978 Strikeouts with a record of 151 and 128.

J.A. Happ: Happ won a World Series Championship early in his career with Philadelphia (2009), and the Pitcher was an All-Star later in 2018.  He won 133 Games over his career.

Jake Arrieta: Arrieta is best known for his run with the Chicago Cubs, where he pitched them to a World Series Championship in 2016. He was also an All-Star that year and won the Cy Young the year before. The hurler had a career record of 115-93 with 1,443 Strikeouts.

Jay Bruce:  A power-hitting Outfielder, Bruce was a three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger and 319 career Home Runs.

Joakim Soria:  A two-time All-Star as a Relief Pitcher with Kansas City, Soria had 229 career Saves.

John Axford:  In 2011, Axford (as a Milwaukee Brewer) won the Rolaids Reliever of the Year and led the NL in Saves. 

Jon Jay:  Jay played 12 years in the Majors, most notably with St. Louis, where he won a World Series in 2011.

Jon Lester:  A five-time All-Star, Lester won three World Series Rings (two with Boston and one with Chicago Cubs).  He finished in the top four In Cy Young voting four times and secured an even 200 Wins with 2,488 Strikeouts.

Jonathan Lucroy:  Lucroy was twice an All-Star at Catcher, both of which was as a Brewer.

Jordan Zimmerman:  A solid control Pitcher, Zimmerman was twice named to the All-Star Game.

Josh Reddick:  Reddick won a World Series with Houston in 2016 and was a two-time Wilson Defensive player and one-time Gold Glove in Oakland.

Kyle Seager: Seager played all 11 of his MLB seasons with the Seattle Mariners, where he was an All-Star, Gold Glove winner, and American League leader in Total Zone Runs in 2014.  He had 1,395 Hits and 242 Home Runs.

Neftali Feliz  Feliz was the American League Rookie of the Year in 2010 where he was an All-Star, but injuries turned him into a journeyman.

Pablo Sandoval: Sandoval helped the San Francisco Giants win three World Series Championships (2010, 2012, and 2014) and won the World Series MVP and Babe Ruth Award in 2012. He is also a two-time All-Star.

Ryan Zimmerman:  Zimmerman is the all-time leader in Nationals history in Hits (1,846), Home Runs (284) and RBIs (1,061), and was a member of Washington’s 2019 World Series Championship team.  He is also a two-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger and also won one Gold Glove and one Wilson Defensive Award.

Scott Kazmir:  Kazmir went to three All-Star Games, two with Tampa and one with the Dodgers.  He had 108 Wins with 1,618 Strikeouts.

Starlin Castro:  Castro went to four All-Star Games and had over 1,700 Hits, but had it not been for domestic violence allegations that booted him from the league, he would have had much more.

Todd Frazier:  Frazier was a two-time All-Star when he played for Cincinnati.  He had 218 Home Runs.

Tony Watson:  Watson was an All-Star in 2014, and he led the NL in Games Pitched that year.

Wade Davis:  Davis was a three-time All-Star who won the Babe Ruth Award and a World Series Ring with Kansas City in 2015.

Will Harris:  Unlikely to make the ballot, Harris is a one-time All-Star and World Series winner with Houston, so his career is more than complete.

Wilson Ramos:  Ramos was a two-time All-Star and one-time Silver Slugger Catcher.

You can find the entire list of 2027 eligible baseball players here.

As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support!

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Top 5 popular online casino games

Introduction

Gambling is changed a lot because of the online casinos. People can be able to play many casino games from without leaving their home. If they are a beginner for online gaming or interested in trying new games, then this article talk about the five most popular online casino games. These games will engage your free time with full of enjoyment and fun. Every adult consider to play online casino games regularly because they will find varieties of games in online casino.

Slot Games

In casino games the most popular online game is playing in slot. People can learn easily and have many different themes and features so player will find something they like to play. In online slot games have all kind of games like old school fruit machines to new video slot games with many images and extra rounds. There is also a chance to win big jackpots with one spin and so that only player loves to slot games regularly.

Blackjack Games

Blackjack is a classic card game that needs skill, strategy, and also luck to win. It is important to understand how the players play the game wisely. This is a popular game in because it is easy to learn and fun to play quickly. Blackjack has different kinds of forms they are standard blackjack, European blackjack and live blackjack. The players can interact with real dealers in real time to give a feel like it is real casino.

Roulette Games

Another famous gambling game that has been made to work perfectly online is roulette. The spinning wheel and scoring grid that make the game famous and fun to play are quickly recognizable. People can bet red or black, odd or even numbers or specific numbers in roulette. There are a many ways to bet and it will be interesting too. People can play live roulette there they can watch the action live and chat with the players.

Poker

Poker is the best game for people to use their skills and plan their moves. There are many types of poker available in online like Texas Holder, Omaha and Seven Card Stud. So they can find a game they like to play. There are many chances to test your skills by playing the game as a seasoned pro or a beginner. There are also events with big prize where you can play for fame and cash prizes.

Playing Baccarat

People playing a baccarat bet on their hand or the banker’s hand win. Learning Baccarat game is easy and it will be best way for beginner and experienced players because there are only three possible results. There are many forms of game available at online casinos like Punto Banco and Mini-Baccarat so people can find their version of their like best.

There are many fun games to choose in casino so only people are coming back to play online casino games. Variety of games to play but the top five casino games are slots, blackjack, roulette, poker and baccarat. Why wait then? Today, go to your best online casino and start playing these five famous games for a thrilling time like no other.

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Green Gambling: Are Online Casinos Eco-friendly?

Environmental impact is an important consideration for all businesses today since it is not just a trend but also a must. The gambling sector, often criticized for various reasons, has taken a turn that might surprise many—enter the concept of Green Gambling. 

This innovative approach beckons the question: Are online casinos eco-friendly? 

From using renewable energy to power servers to implementing paperless systems, online casinos are setting a new standard for environmental responsibility in the digital age. Let’s explore how this  digitalization of gambling transforms how we place our bets and aligns with the urgent need for sustainability in our day-to-day activities. 

The Carbon Footprint of Traditional vs. Online Casinos

In recent years, the debate about the environmental impact of traditional vs. online casinos has gained momentum. Traditional brick-and-mortar casinos are known for their electrically lit extravaganzas, energy-consuming gaming machines, and air-conditioned spaciousness, contributing significantly to their carbon footprint. 

The environmental costs are considerable, from the electricity usage of slot machines to the impactful travel of patrons. Conversely, online casinos present a seemingly greener alternative, with digital platforms eliminating the need for physical travel and reducing the energy consumption associated with a large physical venue.

However, the environmental footprint of online casinos is not negligible. The servers hosting online games demand continuous power, contributing to their ecological impacts. Despite this, online platforms often emerge as the more environmentally friendly option compared to traditional casinos' daily operation and maintenance energy costs.

This comparison raises questions about the future of gambling and its environmental impact. Can technological advancements in renewable energy and energy-efficient practices offer a sustainable path forward for traditional casinos? 

Or will the convenience and lower carbon footprint of online gambling lead to its increased popularity? The debate continues as both industries explore innovative solutions to reduce their environmental impact while providing entertainment to millions worldwide.

Aside from reducing carbon footprint, online casinos can also offer comfort. Therefore, if you are in New Jersey and want to play casino games comfortably at home, you might want to Play Casino Games in New Jersey online. .

The Role of Renewable Energy

The shift towards sustainability and environmentally friendly practices in online casinos is becoming increasingly prominent. One pioneering approach that stands out is the integration of renewable energy sources into their operations. 

This initiative reflects a commitment to reducing carbon footprints and showcases an innovative aspect of the gambling industry that often goes unnoticed.

Online casinos increasingly adopt sustainable practices by leveraging renewable energy sources. This shift involves using solar, wind, and hydroelectric power to reduce fossil fuel dependency and lower carbon footprint. 

These casinos lessen their influence on the environment and contribute significantly to the global transition to a more sustainable energy framework by investing in renewable energy.

E-Waste And Digital Responsibility

Electronic waste is categorized as hazardous due to its composition of harmful substances or its potential to release dangerous chemicals if not processed correctly. 

Numerous toxic substances in e-waste are recognized or believed to pose risks to human health. Some, such as dioxins, lead, and mercury, are among the top 10 chemicals identified as public health threats.

While online casinos reduce the need for physical infrastructure, they raise concerns about e-waste and the environmental impact of the devices used to access these platforms. 

Online casinos, though not physical entities, contribute significantly to e-waste due to the demand for high-performance electronics. Players seeking the best gaming experience invest in the latest technology, from smartphones and tablets to high-end computers, all of which have limited lifespans and contribute to the growing e-waste problem.

Thus, Responsibility extends to providers and users, emphasizing the need for recycling and proper disposal of electronic waste. Gamers are encouraged to use devices longer and opt for eco-friendly gadgets to minimize their digital footprint.

Meanwhile, digital responsibility in online casinos encompasses several key areas, including ensuring fair play, protecting user data, promoting responsible gambling, and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.

Fair play is the foundation of trust and integrity in the online casino industry. This means employing random number generators (RNGs) to assure randomness in game outcomes, providing transparency in rules and odds, and undergoing regular audits by independent entities. 

Protecting user data is equally critical, with secure encryption necessary to safeguard personal and financial information.

Furthermore, promoting responsible gambling is essential. This involves clear communication about the risks of gambling, providing tools for self-limitation and self-exclusion, and offering resources for those needing assistance with gambling addiction. 

Conclusion

The transition from traditional casinos to online platforms represents a positive shift toward sustainability in the gambling industry. Online casinos are paving the way for environmentally friendly gaming by utilizing renewable energy sources and promoting responsible usage of digital platforms. However, continuous efforts and technological advancements are essential to fully realizing the green potential of virtual betting spaces.

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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announces the Class of 2024

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has always been a chaotic animal.  They have no pattern in when they announce the nominees, and when they announce the date, it is often in the middle of the night.  The Cleveland-based institution was so oblivious towards the other major Halls, that they changed the date when they realized it was the same time as the Pro Football Hall of Fame had a scheduled announcement.  Had they been paying attention, they would have seen that the PFHOF does follow an announcement structure, as do the other major sports, but their pattern has always been no pattern.

Last night, the Rock Hall did buck their tradition as we actually when they were going to announce it, which occurred on American Idol.  Whether or not it is a good idea to do that on a show that is about manufacturing pop stars is a good or idea or not can be determined later, but at least it was not dropped out of nowhere in the middle-of-the-night press release.

Announced by Lionel Richie, who is one of the judges of American Idol, we learned who will comprise the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

The newest members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class are:

A Tribe Called Quest:  ATCQ meets the artistic and influence requirements, though we consider it a mild surprise that the voters placed them over Eric B & Rakim.

Cher:  We said (as did many) that when Cher received her first nomination after being eligible for decades that this induction was a lock.  Generating hits in multiple decades, Cher is a rock star, fashion icon and maverick, who said last year that she would never attend if chosen.  So, of course, here we are!

Dave Matthews Band:  The jam scene gains another entrant with the Dave Matthews Band, who join the Hall on their second ballot (they were first nominated in 2020).  No other nominated act in 2024 was close to them stylistically, and they were apparently very close when they were nominated the last time.  This was not a shock.

Foreigner: The arena rock band was allegedly told that as long as Jann Wenner was in charge, they would never be inducted. Wenner was ousted, and they were finally nominated.  As we have seen often (and also here with Cher), when the voting body has a chance for someone who has waited over 20 years, they respond.  We will see another example soon.

Kool & The Gang.  Another band that had to wait over 20 years for their first crack at the Hall.  Far more than “Celebration” they have the most eclectic body of work of all the inductees.  Too bad there is only one member left.

Mary J. Blige:  Mary J enters the Hall on her second nomination (she was nominated in 2021), and in regards to R&B/Hip-Hop authenticity, she has few peers.

Ozzy Osbourne:  Already inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall with Black Sabbath, Osbourne had a very successful career in the 1980s and remains an iconic figure in Metal.  Once he was nominated as a solo, this felt inevitable. 

Peter Frampton:  Like Foreigner, Frampton was part of the arena rock scene, had never been nominated, and was eligible for over 20 years.  Is Wenner rolling in his grave?  He’s alive?  So, stewing in his juices. 

This means that Eric B. & Rakim, Jame’s Addiction, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey, Oasis, Sade and Sinead O’Connor id not receive the necessary votes to advance.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has a backdoor entry that they often use when acts they want acts inducted, which the voting body had passed on previously.  This avenue called the Musical Excellence Award, saw two previous nominees, a recently deceased legend and a songwriter/producer, enter the Hall.

MC5:  One of the most important bands in proto-punk history finally got their due, and this was likely their only path for induction.  They were nominated in 2003, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2022 and never seemed to come close in voting.

Dionne Warwick: Warwick and her smooth soul/adult contemporary voice enter Cleveland through the Musical Excellence Award.  She was nominated previously in 2021 and 2022.

Jimmy Buffett:  The leader of the parrot-heads died last year, and was one of the most successful touring acts ever. 

Norman Whitfield:  Working for Berry Gordy at Motown, Whitfield co-wrote and/or produced many of their hits, and was credited with the creation of “psychedelic soul”

The Hall also inducted Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton via the Musical Influence Award and Suzanne De Passe with the Ahmet Ertegun Award.

In the upcoming months, we will endeavour to revise our Notinhalloffame Rock List. Please be patient, as we also have to complete our Football, Basketball, and WWE revisions.

We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate the newest members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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We have added more names to our 2027 Notinhalloffame Football List

We have added more names on the Notinhalloffame.com site on the 2027 Football Futures.  These football players will first be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2027.  We encourage you to vote and give your opinions on their respective HOF credentials.

The added names are:

Adrian Peterson:  Peterson was one of the most successful Running Backs of all-time and a former Rookie of the Year, MVP and a three-time Rushing Yards leader.  AP went to seven Pro Bowls, was a four-time First Team All-Pro, and rushed for 14,918 Yards and 126 Touchdowns.

A.J. Bouye: Bouye played at Cornerback where he was a Pro Bowl Selection in 2017.

Ali Marpet: Marpet played 101 Games as an Offensive Lineman. He was a one-time Pro Bowler and won a Super Bowl with Tampa Bay.

Antonio Brown:  The controversial Wide Receiver was a 2010s All-Decade Selection and was a seven-time Pro Bowl and four-time First Team All-Pro.  Brown secured 12,291 Yards with 83 Touchdowns.

Benadrick McKinney:  The Linebacker was named to the Pro Bowl in 2018.

Byron Jones:  Jones played as a Defensive Back for Dallas and Jacksonville and was named to one Pro Bowl.

Cam Newton:  Newton won the 2015 MVP and Offensive Player of the Year and took the Carolina Panthers to the Super Bowl.  He threw for 32,383 Yards and 194 Touchdowns and rushed for 75 TDs and 5,628 Yards.

Dee Ford: Ford was a Linebacker who, in 2018, led the league in Forced Fumbles and was also named to the Pro Bowl.

Desmond Trufant:  Trufant played at Cornerback and was a one-time Pro Bowl Selection.

Dont’a Hightower: Hightower played his entire NFL career with the New England Patriots.  The Linebacker won three Super Bowls and was twice named to the Pro Bowl.

Dustin Colquitt: Colquitt played most of his career with the Kansas City Chiefs.  The Punter won a Super Bowl and was twice named to the Pro Bowl.

Eric Ebron:  The Tight End was a Pro Bowler in 2019 and scored 33 Touchdowns.

Everson Griffen:  A Minnesota Viking for most of his career, Griffen played at Defensive End and had 85.5 Sacks.  Griffen was chosen for four Pro Bowls.

Gerald McCoy:  McCoy played most of his career with Tampa Bay where the Defensive Tackle went to five Pro Bowls and was  three-time First Team All-Pro.

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix:  Known mostly for his time in Green Bay Clinton-Dix was a Free Safety was named to the Pro Bowl in 2016.

Jack Doyle:  Doyle played at Tight End and was an Indianapolis Colt throughout his career.  He was a Pro Bowl Selection twice.

Jared Cook:  Cook was a two-time Pro Bowl Tight End.

Le’Veon Bell:  Bell was a two-time First Team All-Pro and two-time Pro Bowl Selection at Running Back and he rushed for over 6,000 Yards.

Mike Daniels:  The Defensive End went to one Pro Bowl when he was a member of the Green Bay Packers.

Richard Sherman:  Charismatic, brash and a major all-around talent, Sherman was a dominant Cornerback who won a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks.  He also was a here-time First Team All-Pro, five-time Pro Bowl, one-time Interception leader and twice led the NFL in Approximate Value.

Rob Gronkowski:  Names to the NFL 100th Anniversary Team, Gronkowski won four Super Bowls (three with New England and one with Tampa) and the Tight End also was a five-time First Team All-Pro, a five-time Pro Bowl Selection and scored 93 Touchdowns.

Sheldon Richardson:  Richardson won the AP Defensive Player of the Year and was named to the Pro Bowl the following year, but that would be all the accolades that the Defensive Tackle would accrue.

These names join Alejandro Villanueva, Alex Mack, Andrew Whitworth, Ben Roethlisberger, Brandon Brooks, Emmanuel Sanders, Eric Weddle, Joe Haden, K.J. Wright, Malcolm Jenkins, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Ryan Kerrigan and Sam Koch.

 

You can find the entire list of 2027 eligible football players here.

As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support!

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RIP: Roman Gabriel

Football lost a great one as Quarterback Roman Gabriel passed away this morning.  He was 83 years old.

A two-time All-American and two-time ACC Player of the Year, Gabriel was drafted second overall in 1962 by the Los Angeles Rams.  Despite his high selection, it was not until George Allen came into Coach in 1966 that he was given the full-time role as the Rams starting Quarterback.   Gabriel went to the Pro Bowl in three consecutive seasons (1967-69) and was named a First Team All-Pro and MVP in 1969.  That year, he led the NFL in Touchdown Passes (24) and only threw seven picks.  The Rams traded Gabriel to Philadelphia after the 1972 Season, and in 1974, he added a fourth Pro Bowl and again led the league in Touchdown Passes (23), and was the NFL Passing Yards leader with 3,219.

Gabriel retired after the 1977 Season and had 29,444 Passing Yards with 201 Touchdowns.

We at Notinhalloffame.com would like to extend our condolences to Roman Gabriel's fans, friends, and family.

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The Pro Football Hall of Fame Revisited Project: 1959 SEMI-FINAL VOTE

1958 SEMI-FINAL RESULTS:

Thank you for all of your participation in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Revisited Project. If you are unaware of what that is, we acted as if the PFHOF had its first class in January 1946.

We have completed the years up to 1959.

For “1958,” a Preliminary Vote with over 130 players whose playing career ended by 1952. We are also following the structure in that players have 20 years of eligibility, and if they do not make it into the Hall, they are relegated to the Senior Pool.

Each voter was asked to select 25 names from the preliminary list, and the top 25 vote-getters were named Semi-Finalists.

A week later, the voters were asked to pick 15 names from the 25 Semi-Finalists, and next week, they will pick five from the remaining 15. We will continue this process weekly until we catch up to the current year.

30 Votes took place, with the top five advancing.

This is for the “Modern Era”

Bold indicates they advanced to the Finals:

Player

Year of Eligibility

Vote Total

Bill Dudley HB-TB-QB

1

28

Bill Willis G

1

26

Mac Speedie E

2

24

Arnie Weinmesiter DT

1

23

Wayne Millner E-DE

9

22

Ace Gutkowski FB-TB

15

21

Ward Cuff WB-QB-HB

7

20

Bill Osmanski FB

7

20

Marshall Goldberg T

6

20

Buckets Goldenberg G-BB

9

17

Whizzer White TB-HB

12

16

Ken Kavanaugh E

4

16

Pat Harder FB

1

15

Woody Strode E

5

11

George Christensen G-T

16

10

George Svendsen C

13

10

Glenn Presnell T-B

18

8

Vic Sears T-DT

1

8

George Wilson E

8

7

Lou Rymkus T

3

7

Frankie Albert QB

2

7

Gaynell Tinsley E

14

5

Spec Sanders TB

4

5

Charley Brock C-HB-FB

7

4

Frank Cope T

7

2


This is for the “Senior Era”

*Bold indicates they advanced to the Finals:

Tony Latone

4

21

Al Nesser

3

20

Hunk Anderson

9

16

Wildcat Wilson

5

9

Cub Buck

9

5

Next Saturday, we will post the Class of the 1959 Pro Football Hall of Fame Revisited Project.

Thank you to all who contributed. If you want to be part of this project, please let us know!

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We have added more names to our 2026 Notinhalloffame Football List

We have added more names on the Notinhalloffame.com site on the 2026 Football Futures.  These football players will first be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026.  We encourage you to vote and give your opinions on their respective HOF credentials.

The added names are:

Alshon Jeffery:  The Wide Receiver helped the Philadelphia Eagles win a Super Bowl, and individually, he was a one-time Pro Bowl Selection.  He had over 6,000 Receiving Yards.

Dan Bailey: Bailey played most of his career with the Dallas Cowboys, where he was a Place Kicker and was once named to the Pro Bowl.

David DeCastro:  DeCastro played his entire career with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Right Guard twice as a First Team All-Pro and a six-time Pro Bowl Selection.

Dwayne Harris:  Harris was twice a Pro Bowl Selection in Special Teams.

Ezekiel Ansah:  Ansah played at Defensive End, and was a Pro Bowl Selection with Detroit.

Geno Atkins:  Atkins is one of the best defensive players in Bengals history; where he went to eight Pro Bowls and was twice named a First Team All-Pro.  The Defensive Tackle recorded 75.5 Sacks over his career.

Kawaan Short:  Short played his entire NFL career with the Carolina Panthers and the Defensive Tackle was twice named to the Pro Bowl.

Kelechi Osemele: Osemele went to the Pro Bowl twice with Baltimore and was also a First-Team All-Pro.

Lamar Miller:  A Pro Bowl Selection in 2018, Miller rushed for nearly 6,000 Yards.

Olivier Vernon:  Vernon played at Defensive End and was a Pro Bowler once.

Russell Okung:  Okung was a two-time Pro Bowler and won a Super Bowl ring with the Seattle Seahawks.

Tyler Eifert:  The Tight End played most of his career with Cincinnati and was a Pro Bowl once.

These names join Alex Smith, Anthony Costanzo, Anthony Sharman, Dez Bryant, Don Muhlbach, Dontari Poe, Drew Brees, Frank Gore, Golden Tate, Greg Olsen, Jason Witten, Johnathan Joseph, Jordan Reed, Julian Edelman, Jurrell Casey, Larry Fitzgerald, LeSean McCoy, L.P. Ladoucer, Malcolm Butler, Marshawn Lynch, Matt Schaub, Maurkice Pouncey Mike Iupati, Mitchell Schwartz, Philip Rivers, Richie Incognito, Sean Lee, Stephen Gostkowski, Thomas Davis, Todd Gurley and Tramon Williams

You can find the entire list of 2026 eligible football players here.

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Blake Griffin Retires

A momentous retirement has occurred as Blake Griffin, a player who has left an indelible mark on the game, has decided to call it a career after 14 seasons.

An All-American at the University of Oklahoma, Griffin was named the 2009 National College Player of the Year.  His success with the Sooners landed him the First Overall Pick in the ’09 Draft, joining the Los Angeles Clippers, though in what was then typical Clipper fashion, he missed the entirety of the 2009-10 season with an injured kneecap.  This setback led to one of the best rookie seasons of all-time, averaging 22.5 Points and 12.1 Rebounds per Game, with Griffin winning the Rookie of the Year unanimously.  Griffin was also an All-Star for the first of five straight years.

Named to the All-NBA Second Team in both 2011-12 and 2012-13, Griffin now had Chris Paul as his Point Guard and LOB City was formed.  The Clippers were now contenders and made the playoffs every year (except his first) that Griffin was there.  The Power Forward had his best year in Basketball in 2012-14, when he averaged 24.1 Points per Game and was third in MVP voting.  Griffin was a Third Team All-NBA Selection the following season and was eighth in MVP voting.

As electric as the Griffin and Paul combination was, they never got past the second round.  Paul was traded to the Houston Rockets in the 2017 off-season, and Griffin was traded during the year to Detroit.  In that hybrid Clippers/Pistons year, Griffin had his last good year, with a Third-Team All-NBA and his sixth and final All-Star. Injuries mounted on Griffin and gone were the jaw-dropping dunks and overpowering athleticism.  He finished his career with Brooklyn and Boston, last playing in the 2022-23 Season.

Griffin will be eligible for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2027, and he has an interesting case.  He has six All-Stars and five All-NBAs, but he never came close to leading a team to an NBA Championship. Nevertheless, we have seen players enter with less. 

We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to wish Blake Griffin the best in his post-playing career.

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We have added the 2026 Hockey Eligibles Section

We have a new add-on on the Notinhalloffame.com site in the Hockey Futures as we have opened up the 2026 Eligible players.  These hockey players will first be eligible for the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2026.   We encourage you to vote and give your opinions on their respective HOF credentials.

The added names are:e

Cory Schneider:  Schneider won the William M. Jennings Trophy as Roberto Luongo’s backup in Vancouver and was an All-Star later in 2016 as a member of the New Jersey Devils.

Craig Anderson:  Anderson had his most success in the NHL with the Ottawa Senators where he led the league in Saves once (2009/10) and Save Percentage and Goals Against Average once (2012/13).  He also won the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in 2017.

David Krejci: Krejci played his entire NHL career with the Boston Bruins, where he scored 786 Points and was a Stanley Cup Champion in 2011.  He also led the NHL twice in Plus/Minus twice and would win two Bronze Medals for the Czech Republic in the World Hockey Championship.

Derek Stepan: Stepan scored over 500 Points in his career and represented the United States in multiple tournaments.

Michael Bodker: Bodker had over 300 Points in the NHL, and the Right Winger represented Denmark multiple times, including a Silver Medal for Team Europe in the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.

Patrice Bergeron:  Bergeron might be the greatest defensive forward in the last 30 years and perhaps of all time.  Bergeron won the Frank J. Selke Trophy six times (a record), was a three-time All-Star and led Boston to a Stanley Cup win in 2011.  He also won the Mark Messier Leadership Award and the King Clancy Memorial Trophy and internationally won two Olympic Golds and one World Cup of Hockey Medal for Canada.

Paul Stastny:  The son of Hockey Hall of Fame entrant Peter Stastny, Paul was an All-Star in 2011 and scored 822 Points in the NHL.  He also represented the United States multiple times and won Silver in the 2010 Olympics.

Tomas Plekanic:  Tomas Plekanic played most of his NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens and won multiple medals representing the Czech Republic.

Wayne Simmonds:  Simmonds was an All-Star in 2017 and two years later won the Mark Messier Leadership Award. 

You can find the entire list of 2026 eligible players here.

As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support!

We have a new add-on on the Notinhalloffame.com site in the Hockey Futures as we have opened up the 2026 Eligible players.  These hockey players will first be eligible for the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2026.   We encourage you to vote and give your opinions on their respective HOF credentials.

The added names are:e

Cory Schneider:  Schneider won the William M. Jennings Trophy as Roberto Luongo’s backup in Vancouver and was an All-Star later in 2016 as a member of the New Jersey Devils.

Craig Anderson:  Anderson had his most success in the NHL with the Ottawa Senators where he led the league in Saves once (2009/10) and Save Percentage and Goals Against Average once (2012/13).  He also won the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in 2017.

David Krejci: Krejci played his entire NHL career with the Boston Bruins, where he scored 786 Points and was a Stanley Cup Champion in 2011.  He also led the NHL twice in Plus/Minus twice and would win two Bronze Medals for the Czech Republic in the World Hockey Championship.

Derek Stepan: Stepan scored over 500 Points in his career and represented the United States in multiple tournaments.

Michael Bodker: Bodker had over 300 Points in the NHL, and the Right Winger represented Denmark multiple times, including a Silver Medal for Team Europe in the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.

Patrice Bergeron:  Bergeron might be the greatest defensive forward in the last 30 years and perhaps of all time.  Bergeron won the Frank J. Selke Trophy six times (a record), was a three-time All-Star and led Boston to a Stanley Cup win in 2011.  He also won the Mark Messier Leadership Award and the King Clancy Memorial Trophy and internationally won two Olympic Golds and one World Cup of Hockey Medal for Canada.

Paul Stastny:  The son of Hockey Hall of Fame entrant Peter Stastny, Paul was an All-Star in 2011 and scored 822 Points in the NHL.  He also represented the United States multiple times and won Silver in the 2010 Olympics.

Tomas Plekanic:  Tomas Plekanic played most of his NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens and won multiple medals representing the Czech Republic.

Wayne Simmonds:  Simmonds was an All-Star in 2017 and two years later won the Mark Messier Leadership Award. 

You can find the entire list of 2026 eligible players here.

As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support!

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