Ken Phelps just looked like a good, old-fashioned ballplayer, straight out of central casting for a movie like "The Natural."

Nolan Ryan made history by becoming the first to throw five no-hitters, on Sept. 26, 1981.

Hitting in the big leagues was often a struggle for Kurt Bevacqua, but he made a name for himself with a breakthrough performance in the 1984 World Series.

Before Barry Bonds, there was Bobby Bonds.

Dave Chalk's legacy endures not only as a nine-year major league veteran, but for a cameo-in-name-only on one of his era's most celebrated and viewed television shows.

Elias Sosa played for eight teams in his 12-year career, offering steady relief work and earning a handful of postseason opportunities.

On June 1, 1975 Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan tossed his fourth no-no.

Reggie Smith's 1983 Topps card also featured a future Hall of Famer.

Less than two weeks after the horrific events of Sept. 11, 2001, baseball helped bring the world together.

The Senior Professional Baseball Association, which played two seasons in the late 1980s and early 1990s, featured Hall of Fame managers like Dick Williams and dozens of former big league stars.

Bump Wills’ 1979 Topps card should produce an immediate double take.

Bob Bailey’s perseverance and versatility made him a fan favorite over 17 big league seasons.

As a pioneering prospect and award-winning rookie, Dick Allen had to manage a contentious relationship with antagonistic fans during the first chapter of his career.

Larry Hisle turned down college basketball offers to play professional baseball, where he enjoyed a 14-year run in the big leagues.

Jim Bunning’s Father’s Day perfect game still resonates with fans, teammates.

Larry Hisle turned down college basketball offers to play professional baseball, where he enjoyed a 14-year run in the big leagues.

As a pioneering prospect and award-winning rookie, Dick Allen had to manage a contentious relationship with antagonistic fans during the first chapter of his career.

In virtually all of his managerial stops, Lou Piniella turned struggling teams into pennant contenders.

Mark Fidrych's 1977 Topps card captures his warmth and authenticity, elements that made him a national sensation in 1976.

The Red Sox legend sat down with Hall of Fame in 2000.

The Cincinnati Reds found their future cleanup hitter and All-Star first baseman when they signed Cuban star Tony Pérez.

Twelve films that chronicle our National Pastime will be shown Sept. 25-27 in the Museum's Bullpen Theater.

At 41 years old, Tony Pérez still made an impact for the Phillies in 1983.

1981 portrait of Richie Zisk at Tiger Stadium capturing him in his blue, star trident batting practice uniform.

Before Barry Bonds, there was Bobby Bonds.

Without fanfare or recognition, Mariano Duncan was a quiet contributor to two World Series teams.

Eccentric journeyman Bernie Carbo made his final Topps card appearance in 1980.

Carlton Fisk's bat one of many postseason artifacts in new exhibit.

The Astros signed Ryan to a four-year, $4.5 million free agent contract following the 1979 season.