Chris von der Ahe - A Magnate for Success
Among von der Ahe’s most famous traits was his “Dutchman’s Luck,” which was on no better display than in 1888. Having sold many of his stars – including future Hall of Famer King Kelly – to rival clubs, aggrieved St. Louis fans prepared for the worst.
But the replacement cast, said to be “picked up from the sandlots,” improbably clicked and captured the ’88 title as well, making von der Ahe more money in the process than any of his previously revered squads.
2016 Pre-Integration Committee Ballot
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Doc Adams helped shape baseball’s earliest days
Pioneer player, executive one of 10 finalists for Pre-Integration Committee consideration at Baseball Hall of Fame

Sam Breadon - Cardinal Rule
Breadon helped create St. Louis dynasty

Bill Dahlen stands test of time
Shortstop one of 10 finalists for Pre-Integration Committee consideration at Baseball Hall of Fame

Ferrell remembered for pitching, hitting skill
Former All-Star one of 10 finalists on Pre-Integration Committee Hall of Fame ballot

Gary Herrmann - A King in Queen City
Longtime Reds owner, league chairman August Herrmann a Pre-Integration Committee Finalist at Hall of Fame

Marty Marion - No shortage of talent
Marty Marion turned defensive wizardry at shortstop into spot on Hall of Fame ballot

Reds slugger Frank McCormick
Frank McCormick of Cincinnati Reds fame is one of ten candidates on the Pre-Integration Committee ballot

19th century star Harry Stovey
The powerful and speedy Harry Stovey is one of ten finalists to be considered by the Pre-Integration Committee

Bucky Walters - Making his pitch
Infielder-turned-hurler Bucky Walters a Hall of Fame finalist

2016 Pre-Integration Committee Candidates
10-name Pre-Integration Era ballot to be reviewed and voted upon Dec. 7.
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