Is Russell Martin a Hall of Famer? Looking at Russ and Other Los Angeles Dodgers on the Ballot

Are the Los Angeles Dodgers legends ready for the Baseball Hall of Fame? Host Jeff Snider tackles this intriguing question, diving into the Hall of Fame ballot with a focus on former Dodgers like Russell Martin and Chase Utley. With keywords like "Los Angeles Dodgers," "Russell Martin," and "Chase Utley," this episode is a must-listen for baseball enthusiasts.

Snider explores the merits of these players, comparing Martin's pitch framing skills to Yadier Molina's and discussing Utley's impressive career. He also examines the cases of non-Dodgers like Billy Wagner and Ichiro Suzuki, weighing their on-field achievements against off-field controversies. The episode promises a deep analysis of Hall of Fame worthiness, touching on controversial topics like PED use and the evolving role of pitch framing.

Tune in to discover whether your favorite Dodgers have what it takes to join the ranks of baseball's elite.

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0:00 Intro

5:18 Russell Martin's Hall of Fame Case

10:56 Other Former Dodgers on the Ballot

16:34 Manny Ramirez and PEDs

21:11 Game Time Sponsorship

26:18 Non-Dodgers on the Ballot

31:56 Final Thoughts on Hall of Fame

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