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Elephant Rumblings: Outfield market heating up as 2019 comes to a close

In 1999, Larry Walker had 124 PA’s that ended with the pitcher ahead in the count. He slashed .387/.403/.773 in those PA’s.

— Jim Passon (@PassonJim) December 26, 2019
  • And it looks like he might be on his way...

SSS, but Larry Walker has gained 11 of 18 possible votes from those who didn't pick him last year. If he continues this conversion rate, he'll be inducted with 82.2% of the vote.

Big IF though. The unpublished ballots will be less sympathetic to his cause. #WalkerHOF— Foolish Baseball (@FoolishBB) December 27, 2019

  • Three of the greatest peaks of our generation, but keep in mind, Pedro thrived in the heart of the steroid era — insane.