NASHVILLE — Former Yankees owner Jacob Ruppert, longtime umpire Hank O’Day and barehanded catcher Deacon White have been elected to the baseball Hall of Fame for their excellence through the first half of the 20th century.

Ruppert purchased the team in 1915 and under his guidance they bought Babe Ruth from the Red Sox and built Yankee Stadium.

The trio was picked by the Hall’s pre-integration committee. The announcement was made Monday at the winter meetings.

Induction ceremonies will be held July 28.