Thome didn't even wind up playing out the full length of his contract here that good ole' Eddie Wade originally signed him to, did he?
I can actually still remember quite clearly, the night he hit his 400th HR here at CBP. They cut to his wife holding the baby, she's trying her best to not absolutely lose her fucking mind in pride and happiness for husband of what just occurred, while also to not drop the kid
well, I think the Phillies Wall Of Fame would probably have a wee bit more of credibility and substance to it if they gave themselves a friggin break on NOT necessarily having to induct a new guy every year. At least, I'm assuming they still do this, admittedly haven't paid a ton of attention the last couple years
But it's like c'mon, if you honestly don't have anyone at the time who doesn't blow your socks up, don't award him just so you can have a ceremony some night's pre-game.