TAZEWELL, Va. – In his final year of eligibility, Billy Wagner has finally made it to Cooperstown.
Wagner, a Tazewell high school and Ferrum College alum, has finally etched his name into the MLB history books, being inducted as a member of the 2025 Hall of Fame class. Other member include Ichiro Suzuki and CC Sabathia.
Originally born in Marion, VA, Wagner put up a storied MLB career, pitching for 16 seasons along with seven all-star game appearances. Wagner pitched for the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, Boston Red Sox and Atlanta Braves.
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