Dusty Baker, 77, is poised for Hall of Fame induction in 2027—his shot at glory comes via the Contemporary Era Non-Players Committee, and if he makes it, it’ll be historic. A decorated manager with the Giants, Cubs, and Astros—including a 2022 World Series title with Houston—Baker’s legacy is undeniable. He’s not alone: fellow Giants legend Bruce Bochy is also on the committee ballot, while former catcher Buster Posey makes his first BBWAA ballot appearance. The 2027 ceremony could be a Bay Area love fest. Baker’s path hasn’t been easy—he battled cancer in 2002 and suffered mini-strokes later, and his Cubs stint (2003) ended in heartbreak, just one game shy of the World Series. His rocky exit from San Francisco, reportedly over money, led to a four-year Chicago run that started strong but turned “torturous” in its final two seasons. If elected, he’d be the first Cubs-connected manager honored since Leo Durocher in 1994. Despite the turbulence, Baker remains upbeat, focused on health and doing the right thing—and this year, he’s hoping for a sweet, long-overdue payoff.
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