The Wall Street Journal has this story on how the Golden Spikes Award–college baseball’s version of football’s top honor–has been a better indicator of professional success than the Heisman has in the last 10 years.
Actually, when calculating the number of starters, all-star games, rookies of the year and busts, recent Heisman winners also lag behind the Naismith (basketball) and Hobey Baker (hockey) Awards.
However, unlike the Golden Spikes, Naismith and Hobey Baker Awards, the Heisman winner will always be remembered for winning his trophy.
Quick, name the last five Naismith winners…
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