Countdown to Cooperstown: Scott Rolen and Fred McGriff Less Than One Month From Hall of Fame Inductions
We are now just 27 days away from the Baseball Hall of Fame inductions in Cooperstown.
Scott Rolen and Fred McGriff are set to be immortalized with the other baseball legends in a ceremony on July 23.
The Hall of Fame tweeted more information on Monday:
The 2023 Induction Ceremony is in 27 days! This year’s inductees, Scott Rolen and Fred McGriff, wore No. 27 during their legendary careers. Visit Cooperstown to see their induction on Sunday, July 23.
The 59-year-old McGriff spent 19 years in the majors with the Blue Jays, Padres, Braves, Rays, Cubs and Dodgers. He recorded 2,490 hits and was a lifetime .284 hitter.
He also hit 493 home runs in his career, was a three-time Silver Slugger winner and a five-time All-Star. He won an All-Star MVP as well and took home the 1995 World Series title with the Braves.
As for Rolen, he spent 17 years in the majors with the Phillies, Cardinals, Reds and Blue Jays. He won Rookie of the Year and a Silver Slugger award. In addition, he was an eight-time Gold Glove winner, a seven-time All-Star and he won the 2006 World Series with the Cardinals.
The 48-year-old was a lifetime .281 hitter who recorded 2,077 hits and posted 316 homers.
For any one who has never been to the Hall of Fame, it's highly recommended if you are a baseball fan. Admission to the ceremony is free, just bring a lawn chair and plenty of water because you are in the sun all day.
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