Consensus of Greatness: Will Griffey Become the HOF's First Unanimous Inductee?

With a career full of style and substance, Griffey could very well be the Hall of Fame’s first unanimous induction.

The Baseball Writers Association of America (BBWAA) has compiled an elite list of players viable for induction into this year’s Hall of Fame. Like every year, several candidates are anticipated shoe-ins, while others might take a bit more consideration. This year, although it will not be easy, the Hall could witness its first unanimous induction.

It is hard to believe players such as Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, or even Ted Williams were not unanimously voted into the Hall of Fame. Every so often, the writers in charge of voting will spot a player who has the potential to transcend…