In news that took place outside of New Hampshire, Rich "Goose" Gossage, the longtime reliever that pitched for the Yankees in the late 70's and early 80's, was the sole player elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, after 8 years of elegibility. Goose was one of the greatest (and earliest) relief pitchers in the game. And along with fellow Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers, had some of the most dynamic facial hair in the major leagues. Outfielders Jim Rice and Andre Dawson were second and third in voting, but did not get in.

This raises an interesting question. The list of great players that just miss being voted in every year is pretty amazing. In addition to Rice and Dawson, there's Don Mattingly, Burt Blyleven, Dave Concepcion, Tommy John, Jack Morris, Dale Murphy, Dave Parker...the list goes on and on. And if we're talking about facial hair, it's a crime that Al "the Mad Hungarian" Hrabosky hasn't been voted in yet.

So, who do you think belongs in the Hall? (Amazing facial hair, or not) And if you've got someone else, please put their name in the comments..