On Sunday night, the SF Giants received a pleasant surprise. Former second baseman and all-time home run leader at the position, Jeff Kent, was elected to the Hall of Fame by the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee.
Former SF Giants second basemen Jeff Kent elected to Hall of Fame
The panel consists of 16 former players, coaches, and executives. It also includes active writers and baseball historians, such as Steve Hirdt, Tyler Kepner, and Jayson Stark. Juan Marichal was among the former players to appear on the committee as well.
Players needed at least 12 votes to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.