Jayson Stark lists current MLB players as Hall of Fame locks

Jayson Stark has identified nine active MLB players as 'locks' for the Baseball Hall of Fame. His list includes Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer, Mike Trout, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, Aaron Judge, Nolan Arenado, Jose Altuve, and Shohei Ohtani. While these players boast impressive accolades and statistics, questions arise regarding the omission of notable figures such as Aroldis Chapman, Kenley Jansen, Craig Kimbrel, Bryce Harper, and Jacob deGrom. The conversation highlights the ongoing debate over Hall of Fame inclusion, especially among closers and elite position players. Stark's list has sparked discussions about who truly qualifies as a Hall of Famer in today's game.

• 12:46 PMYahoo Sports — Active MLB players who are ‘locks’ for the Baseball Hall of Fame according to Jayson Stark