How is Roger Maris not in the Hall of Fame?

Roger Maris has appeared on 19 Hall of Fame ballots since his first appearance in 1974. This included 15 years on the BBWAA ballot and 4 special committee ballots in 2003, 2009, 2012, and 2022. During this period, the two-time MVP reached only 43.1% of the vote in 1988, far below the 75% required to…