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Barry Bonds is perhaps the most infamous snub in baseball history. Despite holding numerous records and impressive statistics, his association with performance-enhancing drugs has overshadowed his achievements. Bonds had a commendable voting trajectory throughout his time on the ballot.
As we look further into left field, both Pete Rose and Manny Ramirez face their own barriers to induction due to gambling and steroid allegations, respectively. Another interesting candidate in this position is Sherry Magee, a player from the deadball era who has largely been forgotten despite his impressive stats.