Strange grouping? What is the significance of 1973 as a dividing line? I believe voting separately on distinctive eras makes sense, but these seem a bit lopsided and arbitrary. I would suggest:
Players
1). 19th century (including pre-major league)
2). Pre-WWII 20th century (1945)
3). Post-WWII 20th century
4). Negro Leagues
Non-players
5). Composite (one ballot): Managers, Umpires, Executives
Vote on one of the five groups each year. IMHO.
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