Not in Hall of Fame News
We owe you all an apology! When the New York Yankees announced a few days ago that they were retiring the number 6 of Joe Torre, and the inevitable end of single digit uniforms in the Bronx. In addition to the retirement of number 6 and his addition to Monument Park, there are additional plaques of former Yankees that will go on permanent display. Multiple plaques exist on Monument Park are present that celebrates the careers of Yankees who did not have their number retire. This includes, Miller Huggins, Jacob Ruppert, Joe McCarthy, Lefty Gomez, Allie Reynolds, Mel Allen, Bob…
Tennis HOF expands facility
May 13, 2014
Every year that the Tennis Hall of Fame announces their latest class, we have openly questioned the standards of those they have let into their establishment. Basically, their Hall of Fame has a lot who fit into a Hall of “Pretty Good”. However, the Rhode Island based institution has announced something that we feel is worth praising with their 16 million dollar expansion. Additional exhibits and the use of upgraded technology is part of the plan, the rest of which involves additional tennis courts, a larger stadium, and additional campus wide amenities. We are curious to see if this will…
Babe Ruth HOF plaque leaving Cooperstown
May 12, 2014
Whether or not you think the process behind the Baseball Hall of Fame voting is a controversial or not, one thing that most people agree on is that there is something magical about Cooperstown and all that it represents. That is why it is worth celebrating when a major piece of its facility is now going on tour. The Hall of Fame plaque of Babe Ruth, who may still be the most iconic Baseball Player of all time, will be on display when the New York Yankees host their cross-town rival, the Mets this Tuesday. Afterwards, the plaque will be…
The Blues Hall of Fame breaks ground
May 10, 2014
Well it looks like we have another musical Hall of Fame in the state of Tennessee to praise this month! In the great musical city of Memphis, construction has begun on a 12,000 square foot facility, which is scheduled for completion in one year’s time. The Blues Hall of Fame originated in 1980, by the Blues Foundation, an organization dedicated to preserve the history of what is arguably one of the most important musical genres in the world. The Foundation is affiliated with over 175 Blues organizations around the world and uses philanthropic endeavours to help past Blues legends in…
Yankees to retire Joe Torre's Number
May 09, 2014
The New York Yankees have announced that they will be retiring the number of Joe Torre, who managed the team to four World Series Championships in 1996, 1998, 1999 and 2000, and made an additional two Fall Classics on the losing end. Torre wore number 6 as the Yankees skipper and with the impending retirement of Derek Jeter who wore number 2 (and is expected to have his number retired), the Bronx Bombers will have no numbers available with one digit. As a player, Torre won the National League MVP in 1971 and though he did not receive the votes…
Buccaneers to retire Derrick Brooks' number
May 07, 2014
Derrick Brooks entered the Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, much like his long time defensive teammate with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Warren Sapp did. The Bucs have announced that just as they did Sapp, they will be retiring his number 55, this season on the September 14th game at home against the St. Louis Rams. Brooks will become the third player in Buccaneers history to receive this prestigious accolade. The first was Lee Roy Selmon, who was the 1979 Defensive Player of the Year and was there from 1976 to 1984. No other player in…
Jim Brown sounds off on the Pro Football HOF Fanfest
May 06, 2014
The Football Hall of Fame had their fan fest where fans had the opportunity to participate in Q&A sessions with multiple Hall of Famers. Many quotes abounded about the ability of Johnny Manziel to succeed in the NFL, the survival of the Buffalo Bills, and Michael Sam, who is poised to be the first openly gay player in the NFL, but in our eyes, and that of many, the most interesting quotes came from Jim Brown, who trashed the NCAA. Brown stated that “the NCAA is probably the most reprehensible organization God ever created” and described their practice as “Total…
Dikembe Mutombo now #1 on our Basketball List
May 03, 2014
We here at Notinhalloffame.com are very pleased to unveil this year’s version of the Basketball List. This is for those who should be considered for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. This particular Hall, does not just focus on the Professional game, but encompasses the College, International and the Women’s game. On our last list, our number three and number nine ranked players, Alonzo Mourning and Tim Richmond were chosen for the Class of 2014, as well as our number ninety-eight player, Guy Rodgers was also chosen as a direct elect Veterans Committee Candidate. As such, there…
Willie McGee and Jim Edmonds to the Cardinals HOF
May 01, 2014
The St. Louis Cardinals, who launched their franchise’s Hall of Fame in January of this year, has announced that four new members will be inducted along with the twenty-two men who were inducted immediately. Those initial twenty-two, were players and contributors who were already inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame after having extensive service with the St. Louis Cardinals. It was announced that the fans would be able to vote on a ballot of eight former Cardinals, whereby the top two would also be inducted. The votes are in and the Cardinals fans chose Willie McGee and Jim Edmonds…
Country Music HOF adds Crystal Gayle Exhibit
May 01, 2014
The Country Music Hall of Fame is at it again. With their size now doubled from the year previous they have had room for new exhibits, a new theatre and as such, a week after they announced a Kenny Rogers exhibit, a spotlight exhibit on Crystal Gayle will be gracing the Hall next month. Dubbed “Crystal Gayle: When I Dream”, the exhibit will showcase her awards, her fashion and personal memorabilia starting from May 2 to November 3 of this year. Gayle will be on hand on the 3rd of May for a concert, which will be streamed on the…
