What happened: The Hall of Fame candidacy of former Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado is under evaluation. His career achievements and overall resume are being weighed against historical standards.
Why it matters: This assessment follows his recent entry into a highly exclusive statistical club. Nolan Arenado became the sixth player to reach 2,000 hits, 350 homers and 10 Gold Gloves.
By the numbers: His career totals of 2,000 hits, 350 home runs, and 10 Gold Gloves place him in a six-player group.
What to watch: Voters will eventually decide if his statistical accumulation and defensive hardware merit enshrinement.