How long does it take to get inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame in 2025?

Asked on: 7/27/2025

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Players become eligible for the MLB Hall of Fame five years after retirement, and induction depends on voting results.

Estimated Duration: 1825 days

To be inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame, a player must first retire from professional baseball. After retirement, there is a mandatory five-year waiting period before they become eligible for induction. Once eligible, the player's candidacy is voted on by the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA). A player must receive at least 75% of the votes to be inducted. The process from retirement to induction can take anywhere from five years (minimum waiting period) to much longer, depending on when the player receives enough votes. The 2025 induction class will include players who retired in or before 2020 and meet the voting criteria.