Writers hold key for Smith

Last year, Castor native Lee Smith managed to nab votes on 39.8 of the Hall of Fame ballots cast.

That is down from his high of 45 percent and nowhere near what Smith needs to earn a bust in Cooperstown.

That being said, MLB.com has caught up with Smith (story). It's an interesting read and gives you a glimpse into what the big right-hander is thinking as another year of Hall voting draws near.