Wednesday, July 20th , 2050
A group of extraordinary players who, for one reason or another, failed to be elected into the Hall of Fame were given that honor by the Commissioner in a special ceremony today. The seven inductees include players who lead the league in Saves, Doubles, and Triples, a 200-game winner, and a pair of sluggers who hit over 400 HR.
2B Frillf Elvora (Numenor). Retired in 2035. BA .284, HR 378, RBI 1211. 2033 Gimli’s Axe at 2B. 3x All-Star.
CL Gollaiborn “Fingers” Fionduil (Bree). Retired in 2025. 80-77, 3.21 ERA, 493 Saves. 4x Gwaihir Reliever. 7x All-Star. Career leader in Saves.
RF Duuk “Duke of Eorl” Braingobber (Bree). Retired in 2023. BA .290, HR 116, RBI 1100. Career leader in Doubles (661) and Triples (147).
2B Tanta Chubb (Minas Morgul). Retired in 2024. BA .265, HR 486, RBI 1410. 2x Legolas Fielder at SS. 5x All-Star.
3B Pansy “Two-by-Four” Dogwood (Numenor). Retired in 2047. BA .263, HR 406, RBI 1343. 4x Legolas Fielder at 3B. 2038 Gimli’s Axe at 3B. 8x All-Star. 2037 All-Star MVP.
SP Gandogast Fadrier (Lake Town). Retired in 2015. 163-106, 3.51 ERA, 2577 K’s. 2007 All-Star.
SP Galealbo Elvawen (Minas Morgul). Retired in 2026. 225-180. 3.90 ERA. 12 Saves. 3x All-Star.