Not in Hall of Fame News
RIP: Mike Graham
Oct 20, 2012
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Committee Chairman
The world of professional wrestling lost another of its own as Mike Graham was found today at the age of 61. Graham was the son of legendary promoter, Eddie Graham, and as such spent the bulk of his time competing in Florida. Graham won the majority of his titles in his father’s promotion, and this was not a case of nepotism as the Mike was an excellent technical wrestler who would later become an agent in trainer in other promotions. Thanks Mike for the memories, and I am going to find some classic matches of his in the Sunshine State.
Oops... Paul Kariya Eligible
Oct 12, 2012
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Committee Chairman
We apologize….we spend our days thinking about Halls of Fame and the perpetual ranking of our sections. However, we have realized we made a horrible error. In 2011, Paul Kariya retired after sitting out a season due to concussion symptoms. Initially, we had him pegged to be eligible for the Hall of Fame in 2014 as the Hall will declare someone eligible three years after their professional career is over. However, as Kariya’s last pro game was in 2010 (despite retiring a year later) he is eligible for 2013, and should have been included in our hockey revisions. We have…
RIP: Alex Karras
Oct 11, 2012
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Committee Chairman
The world of football lost another legend when Alex Karras passed away today at the age of 77. The former Detroit Lion had been battling a myriad of ailments over the past few years which included dementia, stomach cancer and kidney failure, and his passing had been expected for some time. Although he was understandably frail at the time, Karras was first known on the gridiron for his punishing strength and fear he put in opposing Quarterbacks. He was the anchor of an excellent Lions Defensive Line and a member of the 1960’s All Decade Team. As popular as he…
Dominik Hasek stays retired.
Oct 09, 2012
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Committee Chairman
The Czech Goalie, Dominik Hasek has announced that he is forgoing thoughts of returning to the National Hockey League. At the age of 47, Hasek last played in North America for the Detroit Red Wings where he captured the second of his two Stanley Cups. Hasek lasted played professionally in the KHL for HC Spartak Moscow in the 2010-11 season. The Hockey Hall of Fame allows for players to be eligible three years after their pro career (regardless of what league) has ended. Hasek will remain eligible for the Hall in 2014, and based on his legacy as one of…
2014 Baseball Futures are up!!!
Oct 05, 2012
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Committee Chairman
With the Major League Baseball playoffs set to tee off soon, we thought this was the perfect time to look towards the future of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. We will be adding sections looking towards the future eligible of the Hall, and allowing you to give your opinions and votes so that we could look at factoring this in to future rankings. The following players are eligible for the 2014 vote:Armando BenitezDamion EasleyEric GagneEsteban LoaizaFrank ThomasGreg MadduxHideo NomoJacques JonesJeff KentJon LieberJose Cruz Jr.Jose VidroJT SnowKeith FoulkeKenny RogersLuis GonzalezMatt MorrisMike MussinaMike TimlinMoises AlouPaul Lo DucaRay DurhamRichie…
Rush, Kraftwerk, Deep Purple Nominated!!!
Oct 04, 2012
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Committee Chairman
Wow! Today the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced their nominees for the 2013 class, and much to our surprise and delight our top three acts have been chosen. Headlining the pack is Rush, our number one choice and first time nominee. This is no doubt pleasing legions of fans across the world who has sung the praises of this Canadian Progressive Rock trio. Our second and third choices of Kraftwerk and Deep Purple have also been selected. First year entrants Public Enemy and N.W.A. will be the representatives of Hip Hop on the ballot. The other nominees are…
ABBA to headline the Swedish Music HOF
Oct 04, 2012
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Committee Chairman
Here is what we know about the Swedish Music Hall of Fame; a travelling exhibit of ABBA memorabilia will be housed there and it will be the centerpiece of the new institution that should be completed next year. Beyond that……. Okay, whether you love them or hate them, there is no denying the fact that the four Swedes turned Pop Music into a near perfect art form in the 70’s and are one of the most successful bands of all time. Their music remains popular, and well over thirty years after last hit, they constantly reach new generations. ABBA should…
Football Preliminary Nominees Announced
Sep 30, 2012
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Committee Chairman
The long road to the Football Hall of Fame class of 2013 took another step forward as the massive list of preliminary nominees has been named. This includes thirteen players who are legitimate first ballot contenders such as Larry Allen, Michael Strahan and Jonathan Ogden. The complete list of preliminary nominees is listed below by position: QUARTERBACKS DREW BLEDSOE 1993-2001 New England Patriots, 2002-04 Buffalo Bills, 2005-06 Dallas Cowboys RANDALL CUNNINGHAM 1985-1995 Philadelphia Eagles, 1997-99 Minnesota Vikings, 2000 Dallas Cowboys, 2001 Baltimore RavensRON JAWORSKI 1974-76 Los Angeles Rams, 1977-1986 Philadelphia Eagles, 1988 Miami Dolphins, 1989 Kansas City ChiefsNEIL…
2025 Future Rock Eligibles Now Up
Sep 24, 2012
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Committee Chairman
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will announce their latest nominees soon, and though that is for the year 2013, we eagerly cast forward and look to the year 2025. You may have noticed that we have been busy adding to our futures section as in the last month we have added 2021 to 2024. The 2025 group of potential candidates is a fascinating group, and we encourage you to vote on the following acts: 3 Doors DownA Perfect CircleAndrew W.K.Antony and the JohnsonsBiffy ClyroDashboard ConfessionalDisturbedGoldfrappGood CharlotteGossipInterpolKeaneLamb of GodLinkin ParkLudacrisMudvayneNellyPinkPlain White T’sRascal FlattsReliant KRyan AdamsSean PaulSeetherSufjan StevensSum 41The New…
Fred Couples inducted to the World Golf HOF
Sep 20, 2012
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Committee Chairman
We believe that we will be looking at doing a list for the World Golf Hall of Fame in the near future. Readers have pointed out to us, that this particular institution has a level of controversy that would make it a welcome addition to our ever growing endeavor. That particular Hall will be one greater as Fred Couples has been announced as it newest inductee; this despite not actually meeting the minimum voting percentage required. The 1992 Masters winner received 51 percent of the vote, far less than the 65 percent required for induction. A clause states that should…