SoDo Mojo’s Hall of Fame Ballot Series, Part 2

Ballot Choice #10: Jeff Kent

Last on my list is a middle infielder who in many respects was the polar opposite of Omar Vizquel: outstanding bat, not-so-great glove. With only 21 second basemen enshrined as of this writing, the question is this: does Kent stack up?

It’s debatable, but his offensive prowess overcomes his defensive weaknesses in my book. 377 homers and 1,518 RBIs over a 17 year career speak volumes, as does winning the 2000 N.L. MVP. That season, he bashed 33 homers, drove in 125 runs and hit .334. All told, Kent had eight seasons of 100+ RBIs and played in five All Star games.

The voters don’t see it my way right now, as a mere 10.9% have them on their ballots.