Scott Rolen is set to join Fred McGriff in the 2023 MLB Hall of Fame class. However, Colorado Rockies' legend Todd Helton fell just short of being elected as well. Helton received 72.2 percent of the necessary 75 percent of the vote needed for induction. Although he's on track to be inducted next year, missing out in 2023 was far from ideal for the former star first baseman. Helton broke his silence on the Hall of Fame snub, per MLB.com's Thomas Harding.

“I’m disappointed, but it’s something I can’t control,” Helton said. “I’m just thankful for the people that voted for me this year. I don’t think about one way or the other. Just hope and pray for next year.”

Scott Rolen and Todd Helton were two of the best players of their generation. But Helton will always face the fact that he played at Coors Field in Colorado, which is famously favorable for hitters. Nevertheless, Todd Helton was a terrific all-around player.

He slashed an incredible .316/.414/.539 with a .953 OPS and 369 career home runs. Helton also produced a 61.8 career WAR, per Baseball Reference.

Todd Helton posted consistent numbers throughout his career. But his peak came from 2000-2004, when he made five consecutive All-Star teams. Helton led the league in OBP on two separate occasions and won the NL batting title during the 2000 campaign. Additionally, he earned three Gold Gloves during his career.

Todd Helton, who played in Colorado throughout his entire big league tenure, is remembered as one of the best Rockies of all time.