DISCOVER HISTORY

Stories from baseball's rich history are constantly being added to keep you connected to the game you love. 

#CardCorner: 1986 Topps Terry Forster

One of the most effective left-handed relievers of his era, Terry Forster pitched for some of the game's most successful teams and totaled 127 saves.

Miñoso creates new stat line in historic White Sox win

By scoring five times, driving in five runs, walking and stealing a base on April 23, 1955, Minnie Miñoso authored a single-game box score that had never been achieved in AL/NL history.

Hall of Fame Hosts Youth Clinic May 24 at Doubleday Field

Former big leaguers Vince Coleman, Clint Hurdle and Jason Kendall to share tips with future stars ages 7-12.

Long after his Hall of Fame induction, Jackie Robinson was making history

Jackie Robinson's unique perspective made him an important voice on Civil Rights, as demonstrated during a 1967 visit to Hartwick College.

Explore the Game’s Fascinating Connections at the Museum’s Baseball Discovery Zone

Re-Imagined learning space hosts April break week programming.

Hall of Fame Film Series Debuts Memorial Day Weekend in Cooperstown

Ozzie Smith joins lineup of Hall of Famers returning to home of baseball; Museum’s Grandstand Theater, Fenimore Art Museum to screen six films.

Dugout Trailblazer

On April 8, 1975, Frank Robinson broke barriers as the first full-time Black manager in the AL or NL.

#CardCorner: 1992 Upper Deck Ken Hill

Ken Hill led the 1994 Montreal Expos in wins and could have propelled the team to postseason glory.

Marquard adds to Hall of Fame resume with no-hitter

Rube Marquard pitched what was then the earliest no-hitter in Modern Era history on April 15, 1915.

#CardCorner: 1973 Topps Burt Hooton

Armed with one of the first knuckle curves thrown in the majors, Burt Hooton stormed through college and onto the big league scene.

Steady Billy Williams ties record with four doubles in one game

On April 9, 1969, Billy Williams became the 21st player in AL/NL history to record four doubles in one game.

April Fools: Baseball's Legendary Princes

Al Schacht, Nick Altrock, Max Patkin, Jackie Price and Myron Noodleman revolutionized in-game entertainment with humor.

Hall of Famers Return to Cooperstown for Memorial Day Weekend Celebration

New bobblehead doll exhibit, Film Series to debut as summer season begins.

#CardCorner: 1978 Topps José Morales

At the time of his retirement, only two batters had accumulated more pinch-hits than José Morales.

Mets change franchise direction by signing Seaver

Signing with the Mets as an amateur free agent in 1966 changed the direction of the club and turned Tom Seaver into "The Franchise."

#CardCorner: 1982 Donruss Rick Mahler

One of the most successful pitchers ever on Opening Day, Rick Mahler brought stability and consistency to the Braves rotation in the 1980s.