Search Ernie Banks Ernie Banks Ernest Banks Born: January 31, 1931, Dallas, Texas Bats: right Throws: right Played for: Chicago Cubs Elected to Hall of Fame by BBWAA: 1977 321 votes of 383 ballots cast: 83.81% Ernie Banks delighted Wrigley Field fans with his long home runs, steady fielding and cheerful disposition. Mr. Cub belted 512 home runs, five times hitting over 40 in a single season.