Dave Parker expressed his deep emotions upon receiving the call from Cooperstown, stating, "Yeah, I cried. It only took a few minutes, because I don't cry." This reaction underscores the significance of this milestone for Parker after nearly three decades of waiting.
Reflecting on his career and aspirations, Parker shared, "Without a doubt. When the leaves turned brown, I'd be wearing the batting crown," highlighting his confidence and lifelong dream of becoming a major leaguer.
Parker acknowledged his earlier struggles in the voting process, mentioning how he never exceeded 24.5% during 15 BBWAA appearances from 1997-2011, illustrating the challenges many players face en route to Hall of Fame induction.
The news of his induction was a moment of pride for Parker, who remarked on fulfilling a childhood promise to his mother, saying, "I told my mother at 8 years old that I would be a baseball star and one day buy her a house. Well, I did that in '78."
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