Arizona community invited to celebrate Luis Gonzalez and Randy Johnson during inaugural D-backs Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, July 27
D-backs legends Luis Gonzalez and Randy Johnson’s names are synonymous with the organization and community and now will forever be etched in team history as the inaugural inductees to launch the Arizona Diamondbacks Hall of Fame on Saturday, July 27 during a special pregame ceremony at Chase Field.
Fans are encouraged to come early to show their support for Gonzo and The Big Unit in a pregame program packed with D-backs nostalgia. Plus, the first 20,000 guests in attendance will receive a commemorative Hall of Fame t-shirt highlighting some of their notable accomplishments. Gates open at 3:00 p.m. and the ceremony begins at 4:45 p.m.
Greg Schulte will emcee the highly anticipated ceremony to commemorate the inaugural class for their incredible achievements on the field, meaningful ties to the Arizona community and ongoing support of the organization. Managing General Partner Ken Kendrick and President, CEO & General Partner Derrick Hall will present each with their Hall of Fame plaque, which will later be placed in the Arizona Diamondbacks Hall of Fame and History Museum.
The most decorated players in franchise history, Randy Johnson and Luis Gonzalez both joined the team in its second year in 1999 and helped lead the organization to its first Commissioner’s Trophy in 2001, making the D-backs the fastest expansion team in Major League history the win the World Series. The duo was instrumental in building the organization’s foundation both on and off the field, guiding the team’s successes, garnering their own individual honors and records while setting the tone for giving back to the community and the fans. Their legacies live on through their continued contributions as valued members of the front office.
The Arizona Diamondbacks Hall of Fame was created to honor former players for their significant achievements, talents and contributions to the team, the franchise and the community we serve, keeping them forever connected with our fans. The franchise’s two most prominent and iconic players earned the ultimate team honor with having their numbers retired thus it is only fitting they go in together as the inaugural inductees to launch the Hall of Fame. In future years, the organization will have a Hall of Fame committee determine future inductees.