1961 Hall of Fame Class
2 inductees honored
The 1961 National Baseball Hall of Fame class inducted 2 members. Billy Hamilton and Max Carey were inducted.
Data updated
| Player Name | Category | Voted By | Votes Received | Votes Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billy Hamilton | Player | Veterans | - | - |
| Max Carey | Player | Veterans | - | - |
The 1961 class, member by member
The 1961 inductees were Billy Hamilton and Max Carey (players). The Voted By column lists Veterans for Billy Hamilton and Max Carey. The Kansas City Cowboys, Philadelphia Phillies, and Boston Beaneaters are where Billy Hamilton, an outfielder, played. Billy Hamilton was inducted after death, according to the player record. The Pittsburgh Pirates and Brooklyn Robins are where Max Carey, an outfielder, played. Max Carey's page and the others list 1961 as the induction year. Step back to the 1959 class or forward to the 1962 class.
1961 Hall of Fame Class: Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1961?
- Billy Hamilton and Max Carey were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1961.
- How many players entered the Hall of Fame in 1961?
- The 1961 class had 2 members.