However, Julian Knowles QC, defending, accusedthe prosecution of stereotyping Ms Pryce's character, arguing that a person's success and intelligence did not make them immune to pressure.
Instead of evaluating the meritorious careers of the candidates on the ballot by thoroughly studying their statistical achievements and contributions, the Baseball Writers Association of America is now wrestling with the moral conundrum of sifting through a laundry list of confirmed, accused or rumored cheaters by using the subjective criteria of sportsmanship, integrity and character.