Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens will likely get in the Hall of Fame — but not this year

If history is any judge, there’s a better than 90 percent chance that at some point Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens will get the Hall of Fame votes they need.

Veterans committee should review players separately for Hall of Fame

Under the current arrangement, it might be awhile before these voters enshrine another living player.

Baseball Hall of Fame's veteran voting system could keep qualified candidates out

There’s no room for many qualified candidates, particularly ones whose cases are strongest with sabermetrics.

Predictions: How the writers will vote for the Baseball Hall of Fame's 2017 class

Who actually has a chance this year of getting the necessary 75 percent of the vote from the Baseball Writers' Association of America when results are announced Jan. 18? Here’s a breakdown.

The 40 most important people in baseball history, ranked

It's not just players, but top executives, media members and even Supreme Court jurists who have helped craft baseball’s story.

The 40 most important people in baseball history, ranked

It's not just players, but top executives, media members and even Supreme Court jurists who have helped craft baseball’s story.

Albert Belle on Hall of Fame: 'Sooner or later, people are going to recognize how good my numbers were'

The former slugger might have a case as one of the better overlooked hitters outside Cooperstown.

Cubs' Theo Epstein just cemented his Baseball Hall of Fame case

Theo Epstein is the man who ended two of baseball's longest World Series droughts.

Does George Steinbrenner deserve to be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame?

George Steinbrenner is eligible for the Hall of Fame this year. Will the late Yankee owner make it?

Harold Baines isn't banking on his Hall of Fame chances

Harold Baines had a distinguished major league career, but he spent most of it as a full-time DH. Will that hurt him as he once more receives consideration for Cooperstown?

Will Clark has a complicated Baseball Hall of Fame case

The first thing to know about Will Clark’s Hall of Fame case is that, at least on paper, the former Giants, Rangers, Orioles and Cardinals first baseman hit better than numerous Hall of Famers.

Baseball Hall of Fame 2017: Ranking the chances of new candidates on the ballot

Who are the top candidates for the Today’s Game Committee?

Bret Saberhagen could soon get another Hall of Fame look

While injuries curtailed the career of the former Royals ace, limiting him to 167 lifetime wins, Saberhagen ranks by other measures as one of the best pitchers in baseball history not in the Hall of Fame.

Carlos Beltran might struggle to make the Hall of Fame

Will Carlos Beltran end up in Cooperstown?

Robinson Cano nearing Hall of Fame numbers — will voters agree?

Is the Seattle second baseman headed to Cooperstown?

Albert Pujols is still an easy Baseball Hall of Fame choice

Despite his struggles in Anaheim, Albert Pujols looks like a virtual lock for Cooperstown.

The 10 best MLB players, for talent, without serious Hall of Fame cases

These guys were good. Really good. But they fell far short of Cooperstown.

Bud Selig might soon be in the Baseball Hall of Fame (try to contain your excitement)

Former MLB Commissioner Bud Selig could be elected to Cooperstown as soon as December.

Could Juan Gonzalez get another Baseball Hall of Fame look?

While Gonzalez won’t be eligible for consideration until at least 2021 under the new voting cycle, he and his supporters might have new reason for hope.

Revisiting Thurman Munson's Hall of Fame case 37 years after his death

The former Yankee captain didn't get much support for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Was that a mistake?

Baseball Hall of Fame rule changes could help Buck O'Neil, others

How will changes to the Hall of Fame voting rules affect overlooked candidates?

Be careful of Hall of Fame hype with Madison Bumgarner

Has Curt Flood been overlooked for the Hall of Fame?

The former Cardinals standout was one of the primary figures in MLB's labor battle between the players and the owners.

Would a trade boost Andrew McCutchen's Baseball Hall of Fame chances?

Ichiro Suzuki will be an easy Hall of Famer — a few better players won't

Ichiro Suzuki will make the Hall of Fame easily.

The rest of this season could make or break Joey Votto's Hall of Fame case

Joey Votto has put up some Hall of Fame numbers so far, but can he keep up the pace over the rest of his career.

Does Billy Martin still have a shot at the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Legendary manager Billy Martin has been bypassed for Cooperstown several times.

How World War II kept Cecil Travis out of the Hall of Fame

An All-Star before World War II, Cecil Travis was never the same player after serving in Europe.

Here's why Adrian Beltre will be an easy Baseball Hall of Fame selection

Adrian Beltre already has a rock solid case for Cooperstown, and it's only going to get better.

Move the Hall of Fame from Cooperstown to NYC? Don't be ridiculous

Cooperstown and the Hall of Fame are interchangeable to baseball fans. Let's keep it that way.

Jose Altuve is starting to look like a future Hall of Famer

Jose Altuve has put up some impressive numbers early in his career.

Buster Posey still isn't a probable Baseball Hall of Famer

The Giants star has a good early case for Cooperstown, but he still has work to do

Zack Greinke's big contract could cost him the Hall of Fame

Changing home ballparks likely will hurt Zack Greinke's numbers, and his legacy.

Does Justin Verlander still have a credible case for the Hall of Fame?

Justin Verlander once seemed like he was on the path to Cooperstown. But the last few seasons may have killed his chances.

Dwight Evans on the Baseball Hall of Fame: I just don’t understand the mentality of the voting'

Dwight Evans believes Hall of Fame players don't want anyone getting in through the Veterans Committee.

Tony La Russa: Jim Edmonds belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Is Jim Edmonds a Hall of Famer? His ex-manager thinks so.

Alan Trammell on Hall of Fame: 'The numbers are there'

By various advanced measures, Trammell is somewhere around the 10th-best shortstop in baseball history. But it could be a while before he gets in Cooperstown.

Baseball Hall of Fame should do more to honor game's legendary writers

It's time for the Baseball Hall of Fame to honor writers who aren't BBWAA members.

Tommy John on Baseball Hall of Fame: 'I’m being held back'

The left-hander, who lasted 26 seasons in the majors, doesn't understand why he's not in Cooperstown.

Bobby Grich on Baseball Hall of Fame chances: ‘I’m not optimistic at all’

Bobby Grich is a favorite Hall of Fame candidate of the sabermetric crowd. But the former All-Star second baseman doesn't think he will end up in Cooperstown.

Steve Garvey: 'The Hall of Fame is always there'

Does Steve Garvey belong in the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Dale Murphy would like to see a bigger Baseball Hall of Fame

Will former Braves star Dale Murphy ever make it to Cooperstown?

Jim Kaat on the Hall of Fame: 'I get a little cynical about it'

Long-time Hall of Fame candidate Jim Kaat isn't interested in pushing his own candidacy.

Former MLB commissioner Fay Vincent talks PEDs, Buck O'Neil, gambling

The former commissioner of baseball gives his thoughts on issues in the game.

Will Ken Griffey Jr. get 100 percent of the Baseball Hall of Fame vote?

Can Ken Griffey Jr. make history by being a unanimous Baseball Hall of Fame selection?

Can Mike Piazza get Ivan Rodriguez into the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Is Mike Piazza is elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, will that help Ivan Rodriguez?

What did Dick Allen's teammates really think of the controversial slugger?

Dick Allen was a great hitter but a controversial figure. Was Allen really the clubhouse cancer he's been made out to be?

Vote: Who are the 25 best players not in the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Here's your chance to pick the best players who aren't in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

How long will Jeff Bagwell have to wait to make the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Long-time Astros slugger Jeff Bagwell has received solid support for the Hall of Fame. Will this be his year to make it to Cooperstown.

Edgar Martinez is a better Hall of Fame candidate than David Ortiz

David Ortiz has a strong Hall of Fame case, but not as strong as that of fellow DH Edgar Martinez.

Billy Wagner on Hall of Fame: 'I was talked about as one of the best'

Billy Wagner thinks he deserves real Baseball Hall of Fame consideration

Jack Morris is off the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, but debate still rages

People still care about Jack Morris' Hall of Fame case. Will the former starting pitcher make it to Cooperstown eventually?

Is Bartolo Colon (or anyone else from the 2015 World Series) a Hall of Famer?

The 2015 World Series didn't feature any obvious future Hall of Famers. Historically, that is rare.

Can Larry Walker rebound in Baseball Hall of Fame voting?

Injuries could cost David Wright a Baseball Hall of Fame plaque

Mets 3B David Wright has had a good career, but will it be enough to get him into the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Why has Bill Dahlen's Hall of Fame induction taken so long?

Yadier Molina's surprisingly weak Hall of Fame case

Could Minnie Miñoso spur a Hall of Fame rule change?

Minoso and Willie Mays were the only two players in the 1950s with at least 100 homers, 100 stolen bases and a .300 batting average.

Why Joe Carter might be a future Hall of Fame selection

World Series Joe Carter doesn't really have much of a statistical case to make the Hall of Fame. But that doesn't mean he won't be enshrined someday anyway.

Will Tim Hudson be a one-and-done Hall of Fame candidate?

Tim Hudson will be a popular Hall of Fame candidate among sabermetric types, but he's unlikely to get support from voters.

Mike Mussina's Hall of Fame case is strong, so why aren't voters buying it?

Mike Mussina's numbers are worthy of the Hall of Fame, but so far voters have not shown the former ace much love.

Cooperstown Chances: Is Gil Hodges a Hall of Famer?

Gil Hodges has been fallen short of election to the Hall of Fame many times. Will the Brooklyn Dodger legend ever make it to Cooperstown?

Cooperstown Chances: Is Trevor Hoffman a Hall of Famer?

Trevor Hoffman is eligible for the Hall of Fame for the first time. Is the former Padres relief ace worthy of Cooperstown?