Doc Halladay

[OnTheWayOut]

So the fans should decide?

Do you really want to pick a fight with Philly fans? Better think about that a bit ..... :boxing:

 

[Darts]

Andre Dawson controversy

https://www.palmbeachpost.com/article/20100127/SPORTS/812036543

Although not mentioned in the article, there is a rumor that Andre wanted to be a Chicago Cub HOFer because he could make more money.

 

[Ref]

Mike Mussina is entering the Hall with a blank cap as well.
His career was almost equal between Baltimore & New York.

I hear that Cito will be introducing him. Unless the other inductees take too long then he will have to sit out the ceremony.

 

[Ref]

12 years here. 4 years there. He wanted to retire as a Jay and signed a 1 day contract to do so. I don't think it is what he would have wanted.

The fact that he signed the one day contract to retire as a Jay say's it all.

 

[black booty lover]

The player doesn't determine what team he represents (if any).
The National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum does.

Are sure on that one George?? Why do they always ask players (media) what cap they'll wear?

 

[thailover]

I do believe in Doc’s case,it was the estate who made this call.
It wasn’t about PC,it was about maximizing $$$$,the estate can juice both markets when it comes to selling future Halladay HOF merchandise

 

[gcostanza]

Are sure on that one George??

Yes.

 

[shack]

Yes.

The player can make a request but they do not have the final say.

 

[OnTheWayOut]

As a lifelong Phillies fan I appreciate what Doc did for my team. However it is apparent he wanted to go in as a Jay and I feel terrible that his wife will not honor his wishes. It should be a no brainer and am surprised the HOF isn't taking charge here to do what's right. If players are no longer allowed to decide why does his estate have any say? Damn shame ...........

 

[black booty lover]

If players are no longer allowed to decide...

So they used to be allowed to decide?

 

[OnTheWayOut]

So they used to be allowed to decide?

yes sir

 

[black booty lover]

yes sir

Okay, that's why I'm confused. Didn't know it changed.

 

[Darts]

Okay, that's why I'm confused. Didn't know it changed.

"The Hall changed that policy in 2001 because of rumors that some teams were offering compensation if the player wore a certain cap."
https://www.palmbeachpost.com/article/20100127/SPORTS/812036543