Is Russell Martin a Hall of Famer? Looking at Russ and Other Los Angeles Dodgers on the Ballot

Are the Los Angeles Dodgers legends ready for the Baseball Hall of Fame? Host Jeff Snider tackles this intriguing question, diving into the Hall of Fame ballot with a focus on former Dodgers like Russell Martin and Chase Utley. With keywords like "Los Angeles Dodgers," "Russell Martin," and "Chase Utley," this episode is a must-listen for baseball enthusiasts. Snider explores the merits of these players, comparing Martin's pitch framing skills to Yadier Molina's and discussing Utley's impressive career. He also examines the cases of non-Dodgers like Billy Wagner and Ichiro Suzuki, weighing their on-field achievements against off-field controversies. The episode promises a deep analysis of Hall of Fame worthiness, touching on controversial topics like PED use and the evolving role of pitch framing. Tune in to discover whether your favorite Dodgers have what it takes to join the ranks of baseball's elite. Be sure to subscribe to Locked On Dodgers wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube, and come back every weekday morning and spend your morning commute with two of the biggest Dodger fans you'll ever meet. Thanks for making Locked On Dodgers your first listen every day, and please tell your friends! For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. 0:00 Intro 5:18 Russell Martin's Hall of Fame Case 10:56 Other Former Dodgers on the Ballot 16:34 Manny Ramirez and PEDs 21:11 Game Time Sponsorship 26:18 Non-Dodgers on the Ballot 31:56 Final Thoughts on Hall of Fame Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.