Billy Wagner's emotional journey culminated in his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame after a decade of anticipation. Announced as part of the 2025 class alongside Ichiro Suzuki and CC Sabathia, Wagner received 82.5% of the votes required for a hall entry, after falling short for nine previous years. Overwhelmed with gratitude during the notification call, Wagner reflected on the significance of this achievement, highlighting the support of his wife and his roots in Southwest Virginia throughout his baseball career.
I don't even know how to express it, he said. From Southwest Virginia. I mean, when I think about what I represent from Division III to Southwest Virginia to state of Virginia it's such a blessing.
Thank you! Wagner said through tears in a video posted online. Later that day, Wagner joined MLB Network to talk about the moment.
I mean, there's so much [more] that's involved in this than just me. I mean, my wife pretty much throwing every pitch with me and being involved in every step through college and minor leagues. There's just so much that I'm grateful for.
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