A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Steve Garvey across different fields.
Steve Garvey is a former Major League Baseball first baseman, known for his successful career with the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres from 1969 to 1987. A ten-time All-Star, Garvey was recognized for his consistent hitting, fielding, and leadership. He won the 1974 National League MVP award and was a key player in multiple World Series appearances. Off the field, his image was carefully cultivated, contributing to his popularity, though later controversies impacted his public persona.
Garvey was on the 10-candidate ballot that was considered by the Hall's Modern Baseball Era Committee (for the 1970–1987 era) in voting for 2018 and fell short of the 75% threshold.
Garvey was considered by the Hall of Fame's Expansion Era Committee (for the 1973–present era) in voting for 2011 and 2014 but was not elected.
Garvey was on the 10-candidate ballot that was considered by the Hall's Modern Baseball Era Committee (for the 1970–1987 era) in voting for 2018 and fell short of the 75% threshold.
In 1988, the San Diego Padres retired Garvey's No. 6 jersey, honoring his contributions to the team.
In 1993, Garvey appeared on the National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot for the first time.
In 1995, Garvey received his highest percentage of votes for the National Baseball Hall of Fame, at 42.6%.
In 2007, Garvey was on the National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot for the final time, receiving 21.1% of the votes.
As of 2008, Sports Illustrated ranked Garvey's signing with the San Diego Padres as the 15th best free agent signing ever.
In 2009, Garvey was named Michigan State Baseball Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, recognizing his achievements and contributions.
In 2010, Garvey was inducted into the Michigan State University Hall of Fame, celebrating his athletic legacy at the university.
In 2011, Garvey was considered by the Hall of Fame's Expansion Era Committee but was not elected.
In 2014, Garvey was considered by the Hall of Fame's Expansion Era Committee but was not elected.
In 2014, Garvey's baseball jersey number 10 was retired from Michigan State University, an honor acknowledging his impact on the program.
In 2017, Garvey was on the 10-candidate ballot considered by the Hall's Modern Baseball Era Committee.
In 2018, Garvey fell short of the 75% threshold needed for Hall of Fame election by the Modern Baseball Era Committee.
In December 2019, Garvey received six votes (37.5%) from the Modern Baseball Era Committee for the 2020 Hall of Fame class.
In 2020, Garvey received six votes from the Modern Baseball Era Committee, but still failed to reach the Hall of Fame.
In 2025, Garvey appeared on the Classic Baseball Era Committee's ballot, but only received less than five votes.
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