Jeff Kent thanks Chris Russo after Hall of Fame induction
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Jeff Kent expressed gratitude to Chris Russo during his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 28, 2026. Kent, recognized as the all-time leader in home runs by a second baseman, acknowledges Russo’s long-standing advocacy for his candidacy. For ten years on the Baseball Writers’ Association of America Hall of Fame ballot, Kent didn’t surpass 46.5% of the vote. Russo's efforts to highlight Kent's legacy as a premier second baseman, particularly overshadowed by Barry Bonds, were praised during Kent's MLB Network appearance. Kent remarked on Russo's passion for the San Francisco Giants and sports, emphasizing his support throughout the years.
- •Jeff Kent inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 28, 2026.
- •Kent is the all-time leader in home runs by a second baseman.
- •Chris Russo was a significant advocate for Kent's Hall of Fame candidacy.
- •Kent’s vote percentage never exceeded 46.5% during his ten years on the ballot.
- •Kent highlighted Russo’s passion for the Giants and his consistent support.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jeff Kent thanks Chris Russo after Hall of Fame induction
"Chris “Mad Dog” Russo might not be the reason Jeff Kent is in the National Baseball Hall of Fame, but the longtime radio host was one of his biggest advocates. After a long wait, the all-time leader in home runs by a second baseman finally has a plaque in Cooperstown, with Kent being elected by…
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