"The Cobra" Dave Parker was the 1978 National League MVP and a two-time batting champion.A larger than usual crowd waited at Rattler Field. They came for two reasons: To see former major-league great Dave Parker throw out the first pitch. Then to hopefully enjoy a competitive game between the Florida A&M and Bethune-Cookman University softball teams. The Rattlers have dominated the past five meetings between the conference rivals. Rain, however, washed out the softball game Friday afternoon. Those who waited out a lengthy delay mingled with Parker, who is in town for the graduation of his daughter, Dorian, today. He didn't seem bothered by the delay, although it was the second one in his day.
His flight was late getting into Jacksonville, followed by a two-hour ride to Tallahassee. Waiting. It seems to be the story of Parker's life when it comes to the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame. For the past 13 years, since he has became eligible to be considered for induction into the HOF, Parker has yet to hear his name called. He often finds himself talking about it and Friday was no exception. There is no bitterness, Parker said, just confusion as he approaches his final year of eligibility before his only way of getting in would be through the Veterans Committee.
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