1978 Hall of Fame Class
3 inductees honored
The 1978 National Baseball Hall of Fame class inducted 3 members. Addie Joss, Eddie Mathews, and Larry MacPhail were inducted.
Data updated
| Player Name | Category | Voted By | Votes Received | Votes Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addie Joss | Player | Veterans | - | - |
| Eddie Mathews | Player | BBWAA | 301 | 285 |
| Larry MacPhail | Executive | Veterans | - | - |
The 1978 class, member by member
The 1978 inductees were Addie Joss and Eddie Mathews (players) and Larry MacPhail (executive). The Voted By column lists Veterans for Addie Joss and Larry MacPhail. Eddie Mathews came through the BBWAA ballot, with Eddie Mathews receiving the most votes, 301 (285 were needed). The Cleveland Bronchos and Cleveland Naps are where Addie Joss, a pitcher, played. Addie Joss was inducted after death, according to the player record. Eddie Mathews is listed as a third baseman whose clubs included the Boston Braves, Milwaukee Braves, and Atlanta Braves. The induction of Larry MacPhail came posthumously. The profiles linked above carry the 1978 induction and the statistics behind it. The 1978 class sits between the 1977 class and the 1979 class.
1978 Hall of Fame Class: Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1978?
- Addie Joss, Eddie Mathews, and Larry MacPhail were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1978.
- How many players entered the Hall of Fame in 1978?
- The 1978 class had 3 members.