
12. Curt Schilling
On paper, it’s bemusing that Schilling isn’t in the Hall of Fame. Of post-19th century pitchers, Schilling has the second-highest JAWS of any pitcher not in the Hall of Fame behind Roger Clemens. In his career, Schilling posted a 3.46 ERA, a 1.137 WHIP, and 3,116 strikeouts with an 8.6 K/9 rate.

However, Schilling has not always made himself popular with management and other players. Furthermore, his political views have ostracized him as well. In short, it’s not just his ability on the field that has been taken into consideration – it’s his personality as well.