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The Evolution of Pitching: Evaluating King Felix’s Hall of Fame Case
In the realm of baseball, the era in which a player competes profoundly influences their statistics and, consequently, their consideration for the Hall of Fame. The stark contrast between the golden age of pitchers like Cy Young, who completed 749 games, and the modern game, where only 19 complete games were recorded in 2024, underscores the impact of evolving strategies and player usage. This evolution particularly affects starting pitchers and complicates discussions about Hall of Fame worthiness, especially for modern talents like Felix Hernandez, affectionately known as "King Felix."