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Like kq said it's next to impossible to elect the pioneering vets once the league gets going. Their stats just won't stack up. Very few have been nominated for the hall and only a couple have made it in.
As far as benchmark numbers, i'd suggest you don't use them. League stats tend to go in cycles with offense and pitching taking turns being dominant. And every league has its own settings so 30 HRs per season may be a lot in our league, but be a pedestrian number in another league. Concentrate more on career leaders and how often a player lead his league in a particular area. From their stuff like all star nomination, championships and awards can build an argument for a player.
Remember the real Hall of Fame didn't start out with benchmark numbers that is a relatively new occurence. Even now there is debate as to whether two of the more prominent benchmarks be changed. There is talk about perhaps 250 wins being the new benchmark for pitchers. And perhaps 600 home runs be the new mark for hitters.
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