Fernando Valenzuela and Carlos Delgado have been excluded from the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. The selection was made by the Contemporary Era Committee, which only elected Jeff Kent.
Election Results
Jeff Kent secured his place in the Hall of Fame with 87.5% of the votes. In contrast, Delgado fell short, receiving 9 votes, amounting to 56.3%. To be inducted, a candidate needs at least 75% of the votes.
Valenzuela faced an even steeper challenge, obtaining less than 5% of the votes. This puts him alongside other prominent players, such as Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Gary Sheffield, who also did not meet the voting thresholds.
Vote Breakdown
| Player | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Jeff Kent | N/A | 87.5% |
| Carlos Delgado | 9 | 56.3% |
| Fernando Valenzuela | Less than 5 | Less than 5% |
| Dale Murphy | 6 | 37.5% |
| Don Mattingly | 6 | 37.5% |
Committee Members
The voting committee for this year consisted of Hall of Fame members including:
- Juan Marichal
- Tony Pérez
- Jim Kaat
- Fergie Jenkins
- Ozzie Smith
- Robin Yount
- Alan Trammell
Additionally, executives from Major League Baseball and media historians also participated in the voting process.
Future Prospects
Neither Valenzuela nor Delgado will be inducted in this cycle. Their future chances of making it to the Hall of Fame remain uncertain.
