1949 Hall of Fame Class
3 inductees honored
The 1949 National Baseball Hall of Fame class inducted 3 members. Charlie Gehringer, Kid Nichols, and Mordecai Brown were inducted.
Data updated
| Player Name | Category | Voted By | Votes Received | Votes Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Gehringer | Player | Run Off | 159 | - |
| Kid Nichols | Player | Old Timers | - | - |
| Mordecai Brown | Player | Old Timers | - | - |
The 1949 class, member by member
By category, the 1949 class breaks down as Charlie Gehringer, Kid Nichols, and Mordecai Brown (players). The Voted By column lists Old Timers for Kid Nichols and Mordecai Brown. Charlie Gehringer was chosen by the Run Off process. The season rows put Charlie Gehringer, a second baseman, with the Detroit Tigers. Kid Nichols is listed as a pitcher whose clubs included the Boston Beaneaters, St. Louis Cardinals, and Philadelphia Phillies. For Mordecai Brown the record shows a pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs, and Cincinnati Reds. The induction of Mordecai Brown came posthumously. Follow any name to the player page, where the Hall of Fame line reads 1949. Neighboring classes: 1948 class, 1951 class.
1949 Hall of Fame Class: Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1949?
- Charlie Gehringer, Kid Nichols, and Mordecai Brown were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1949.
- How many players entered the Hall of Fame in 1949?
- The 1949 class had 3 members.