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Alex Rodriguez Faces Hall of Fame Deadline: Will He Make It?

12/29/2025

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Alex Rodriguez, former MLB star, faces the possibility of never being inducted into the Hall of Fame as his ballot eligibility expires in 2030.
He has 696 career home runs and three MVP awards.
Rodriguez retired in 2016 and has remained active in business and broadcasting.
He credits therapy for detaching from the Hall of Fame’s significance, stating "I would rather have what I have today."

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Alex Rodriguez, former MLB star, faces the possibility of never being inducted into the Hall of Fame as his ballot eligibility expires in 2030.
He has 696 career home runs and three MVP awards.
Rodriguez retired in 2016 and has remained active in business and broadcasting.
He credits therapy for detaching from the Hall of Fame’s significance, stating "I would rather have what I have today."