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John Hayman, while addressing the significance of the Hall of Fame voters' transparency, noted that this issue has plagued the voting process for some time. Voters historically have not revealed their ballots, leaving the reasoning for certain decisions shrouded in mystery. Hayman highlighted previous cases, such as the singular votes against legends like Ken Griffey Jr. and Derek Jeter, stirring speculation about the motives behind such votes. The lack of transparency can create a distorted view of the voting process, aggravating fans and analysts alike.