his retired status and eligibility. Four other players who made their last major league appearances in 1947, including Red Ruffing and Stan Hack, got a handful of votes; Joe Medwick, still active, received one vote. The induction ceremony in Cooperstown was not held until the following year, on July 12, 1949, with inductee Pie Traynor present. The two candidates who received at least 75% of the vote and were elected are indicated in bold italics; candidates who have since been selected in subsequent elections are indicated in italics: References External links 1948 Election at www.baseballhalloffame.org Baseball Hall of Fame balloting 1948 in baseball