1972 Hall of Fame Class
8 inductees honored
The 1972 National Baseball Hall of Fame class inducted 8 members. Buck Leonard, Early Wynn, Josh Gibson, Lefty Gomez, Ross Youngs, Sandy Koufax, Will Harridge, and Yogi Berra were inducted.
Data updated
Votes received as a percentage of the threshold that electorate required. 100% is election.
| Player Name | Category | Voted By | Votes Received | Votes Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buck Leonard | Player | Negro League | - | - |
| Early Wynn | Player | BBWAA | 301 | 297 |
| Josh Gibson | Player | Negro League | - | - |
| Lefty Gomez | Player | Veterans | - | - |
| Ross Youngs | Player | Veterans | - | - |
| Sandy Koufax | Player | BBWAA | 344 | 297 |
| Will Harridge | Executive | Veterans | - | - |
| Yogi Berra | Player | BBWAA | 339 | 297 |
1972 Hall of Fame Class: Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1972?
- Buck Leonard, Early Wynn, Josh Gibson, Lefty Gomez, Ross Youngs, Sandy Koufax, Will Harridge, and Yogi Berra were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972.
- How many players entered the Hall of Fame in 1972?
- The 1972 class had 8 members.