Ichiro Suzuki and CC Sabathia Headline 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame Ballot

Ichiro Suzuki is widely expected to be a first-ballot inductee, while CC Sabathia presents a strong case for eventual enshrinement.

Ichiro Suzuki, celebrated for his exceptional hitting and defensive prowess, is anticipated to be a unanimous Hall of Fame choice.
CC Sabathia, with 251 career wins and over 3,000 strikeouts, is considered a strong candidate, though not necessarily a first-ballot inductee.
Billy Wagner, in his final year of eligibility, needs a slight increase in votes to secure his place in the Hall of Fame.
Other notable candidates include Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones, and Felix Hernandez, each with unique credentials and challenges.
The Hall of Fame ballot also features returning candidates like Alex Rodriguez and Manny Ramirez, whose cases are complicated by past controversies.