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Andre Dawson Requests Cap Change on Hall of Fame Plaque

The former Expos and Cubs player has sparked debate over player representation in the Hall of Fame.

  • Andre Dawson, a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, has requested a change to his Cooperstown plaque, asking for the cap to be switched from the Montreal Expos to the Chicago Cubs.
  • Dawson played 11 seasons with the Expos and six with the Cubs, but believes his time with the Cubs was more impactful and personally significant.
  • The Hall of Fame, not the player, has been the party to decide the cap on a player's plaque since 2001.
  • Dawson's request has been sent to the Hall of Fame's board of directors for review.
  • Dawson's request has sparked debate about a player's right to choose the team they represent in the Hall of Fame.
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