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Buffalo Baseball Hall of Fame
Buffalo Baseball Hall of Fame logo.jpg
Buffalo Bisons Hall of Fame and Heritage Room, Sahlen Field.jpg
Established 1985
Location Buffalo, New York, United States
Type Hall of Fame

The Buffalo Baseball Hall of Fame was created in 1985 by the Buffalo Bisons baseball team. Its main goal is to celebrate and remember the amazing people who have contributed to professional baseball in Western New York. This includes players, coaches, and others from different Buffalo Bisons teams throughout history. It also honors those from other local teams like the Buffalo Blues.

For many years, special plaques honoring all the Hall of Fame members were shown at the Hall of Fame and Heritage Room. This room was located at Sahlen Field, which is the home stadium of the Buffalo Bisons. However, these plaques were moved from the stadium in 2021.

Honoring Baseball Legends: The Inductees

The Buffalo Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes new members, called "inductees," each year. These are people who have made a lasting impact on baseball in the Buffalo area. They are chosen for their skills, dedication, and contributions to the sport.

Inductees from the 1980s

The first group of baseball heroes was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1985. Many famous players and important figures joined during this decade.

  • Roger Baker (1985)
  • Dan Brouthers (1985)
  • Ollie Carnegie (1985)
  • Luke Easter (1985)
  • Pud Galvin (1985)
  • Fred Hutchinson (1985)
  • Billy Kelly (1985)
  • Joe McCarthy (1985)
  • Frank Offermann (1985)
  • Warren Spahn (1985)
  • John Stiglmeier (1985)
  • Del Bissonette (1986)
  • Frank Carswell (1986)
  • Jimmy Collins (1986)
  • George Stallings (1986)
  • Bob Stedler (1986)
  • Ollie Tucker (1986)
  • Deacon White (1986)
  • Kerby Farrell (1987)
  • Marvin Jacobs (1987)
  • Rube Kisinger (1987)
  • Donald V. Labbruzzo (1987)
  • Jim Franklin (1988)
  • Frank Gilhooley (1988)
  • Frank Grant (1988)
  • James D. Griffin (1988)
  • Greg Mulleavy (1988)
  • Dan Carnevale (1989)
  • Bill Clymer (1989)
  • Pancho Herrera (1989)

Inductees from the 1990s

More talented individuals were added to the Hall of Fame throughout the 1990s. This included players, managers, and important team leaders.

  • Beauty McGowan (1990)
  • Ray Schalk (1990)
  • Jimmy Walsh (1990)
  • Buck Crouse (1991)
  • Jake Gettman (1991)
  • Coaker Triplett (1991)
  • Terry Collins (1992)
  • Joe DeSa (1992)
  • Johnny Groth (1992)
  • Jim Murray (1992)
  • Jim O'Rourke (1992)
  • Robert E. Rich Sr. (1992)
  • Vince McNamara (1993)
  • Robert E. Rich Jr. (1993)
  • Hal White (1993)
  • Bill Harris (1994)
  • Sal Maglie (1994)
  • Al Moore (1994)
  • Joe Overfield (1994)
  • Sibby Sisti (1994)
  • Babe Birrer (1995)
  • Joe Brown (1995)
  • Rick Lancellotti (1995)
  • Buddy Rosar (1995)
  • Cy Williams (1995)
  • Joe Alli (1996)
  • Steve Farr (1996)
  • Ralph Hubbell (1996)
  • Cy Kritzer (1996)
  • Frankie Pytlak (1996)
  • Mike Billoni (1997)
  • George Daddario (1997)
  • Mayo Smith (1998)
  • Dorn Taylor (1998)
  • Melinda R. Rich (1999)
  • Pete Weber (1999)

Inductees from the 2000s

The new millennium brought more baseball greats into the Hall of Fame. These individuals continued to shape the history of baseball in Buffalo.

  • Jeff Manto (2003)
  • Tom Prince (2004)
  • Rick Reed (2006)
  • Don Colpoys (2007)
  • Bill Selby (2007)
  • Dave Clark (2008)
  • Brian Graham (2008)
  • Carlos García (2009)
  • Dave Hollins (2009)

Inductees from the 2010s

The 2010s saw many more players and contributors recognized for their achievements. Each year, new members were added to this special group.

  • Duke McGuire (2010)
  • Richie Sexson (2010)
  • Tony Peña (2011)
  • Jim Rosenhaus (2011)
  • Brian Giles (2012)
  • Russ Morman (2012)
  • Chris Coste (2015)
  • Greg LaRocca (2015)
  • Kevin Lester (2015)
  • Alex Ramírez (2016)
  • Ted Savage (2016)
  • Jason Jacome (2017)
  • Mark Ryal (2017)
  • Joe Roa (2018)
  • Marty Brown (2018)
  • Brian Dorsett (2019)

Inductees from the 2020s

The Hall of Fame continues to grow in the 2020s, with new members being added each year. These recent inductees have also left their mark on Buffalo baseball.

  • Ben Francisco (2022)
  • Jhonny Peralta (2022)
  • Bob Patterson (2022)
  • Matt Hague (2023)
  • Pete Filson (2023)
  • Jonathan Dandes (2023)
  • Mike Buczkowski (2024)
  • Brandon Phillips (2024)
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