Overview
- Rodriguez told The Athletic he would feel “hollow inside” if inducted and that he has detached from the goal through trauma therapy.
- He remains far from election, topping out at 37.1% in BBWAA voting since 2022, with 75% required and 2030 projected as his final ballot year.
- His case pairs Hall-caliber production — 696 home runs, 2,086 RBIs and three MVPs — with a confirmed PED history and a 2014 season-long suspension.
- Recent coverage highlights the HBO docuseries “Alex vs. A-Rod,” which chronicles his therapeutic work, including sessions with the late Dr. David Schnarch.
- Rodriguez has criticized perceived Hall voting hypocrisy, pointing to Barry Bonds and Mark McGwire being out while former commissioner Bud Selig is in.