The St. Louis Cardinals have announced Albert Pujols, Yadier Molina, George Hendrick, and Brian Jordan as candidates for induction into the team’s Hall of Fame in their 2026 class, presented by Edward Jones. Fans will have the opportunity to vote digitally until Friday, April 17th. The inductees will be revealed in May, and the official ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, September 12th. Currently, the franchise’s Hall of Fame has 58 members, whose tributes are displayed in a permanent gallery located on the second level of Cardinals Nation, in Ballpark Village.
Nominees’ Background
George Hendrick (1978-1984)The outfielder and first baseman was a key figure for seven seasons with St. Louis. He batted .294 with 122 home runs and 582 RBIs in 893 games. He received votes for the National League MVP between 1980 and 1983 and was crucial in the 1982 World Series, driving in the decisive run in Game 7 against Milwaukee. He is remembered as one of the club’s most clutch hitters in the 80s.Brian Jordan (1992-1998)
Jordan hit .291 with 84 home runs and 367 RBIs during his time with the organization. His best season was in 1996, when he batted .310 with 104 RBIs and helped the Cardinals win the Central Division and return to the postseason for the first time since 1987. In addition, he stood out for his athletic versatility, also playing in the NFL before establishing himself in the Major Leagues.Yadier Molina (2004-2022)Molina built one of the most solid careers for a catcher in baseball history, playing 19 seasons, all with St. Louis. He accumulated 2,168 hits, 408 doubles, and 1,022 RBIs in 2,226 games. Winner of nine Gold Gloves, four Platinum Gloves, and a Silver Slugger, he was fundamental in the 2006 and 2011 World Series championships. He is also the club’s historical leader in postseason games (104) and hits (102).Albert Pujols (2001-2011, 2022)The Dominican started and ended his legendary career with the Cardinals, leaving an indelible mark. During his years in St. Louis, he batted .326 with 469 home runs, 469 doubles, and 1,397 RBIs. He was the National League MVP in 2005, 2008, and 2009, and Comeback Player of the Year in 2022. He is among the historical leaders of the franchise in practically all offensive categories, solidifying himself as one of the greatest in team history. The final selection will depend on the fans’ vote and the club’s internal process, which will celebrate its new immortals in September.
