1938 Hall of Fame Class
3 inductees honored
The 1938 National Baseball Hall of Fame class inducted 3 members. Alexander Cartwright, Henry Chadwick, and Pete Alexander were inducted.
Data updated
| Player Name | Category | Voted By | Votes Received | Votes Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Cartwright | Pioneer/Executive | Centennial | - | - |
| Henry Chadwick | Pioneer/Executive | Centennial | - | - |
| Pete Alexander | Player | BBWAA | 212 | 197 |
The 1938 class, member by member
Grouped by category, 1938 brought in Pete Alexander (player) and Alexander Cartwright and Henry Chadwick (pioneer/executives). Alexander Cartwright and Henry Chadwick were chosen by the Centennial process. The writers' vote elected Pete Alexander; the highest tally in the table is Pete Alexander's 212 votes against 197 needed. Alexander Cartwright was inducted after death, according to the player record. Henry Chadwick was born in England. Henry Chadwick was inducted after death, according to the player record. Pete Alexander is listed as a pitcher whose clubs included the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, and St. Louis Cardinals. Pete Alexander's page and the others list 1938 as the induction year. Step back to the 1937 class or forward to the 1939 class.
1938 Hall of Fame Class: Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1938?
- Alexander Cartwright, Henry Chadwick, and Pete Alexander were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1938.
- How many players entered the Hall of Fame in 1938?
- The 1938 class had 3 members.