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#Shortstops: Photographic inspirations for Gene Mack cartoons donated to Hall of Fame

Thanks to the generosity of Gene Mack’s grandson, several dozen photographs which Mack used as source material for his drawings, are now a part of the Hall’s library collection.

Carlos Paula, the man who integrated the Washington Senators

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Murray records 10th switch-hit homer game

On June 9, 1990, Eddie Murray homered from both sides of the plate in the same game for the 10th time.

Murray passes Mantle for top spot on switch-hitter RBI list

On June 6, 1992, Eddie Murray passed Mickey Mantle for the top RBI total among switch hitters.

Dawson, Lasorda, Piazza help welcome back baseball in 1995

After 257 days of silence, the sounds of baseball echoed though big league parks again on April 25, 1995.

Drysdale blanks Cubs for first career shutout

Don Drysdale recorded his first career shutout on June 5, 1957.

Drysdale makes shutout history

On June 4, 1968, future Hall of Famer Don Drysdale set a record with his sixth straight shutout.

#CardCorner: 1983 Topps John Montefusco

It seems only fitting that a card depicting John Montefusco comes with some intrigue.

Hall of Fame Classic has produced countless memorable moments

Six Hall of Famers and recently retired players representing all 30 major league teams will join us on May 26 for the 2018 Hall of Fame Classic.

Hall of Fame Class of 2018

The game’s most exclusive fraternity will grow by six members in 2018.

Ted Williams made big league debut in front of 11 Hall of Famers

11 current or future Hall of Famers were present at Yankee Stadium the day that Ted Williams made his big league debut.

#Shortstops: Keeping score 19th century-style

A scorecard in the Hall of Fame collection tells the story of an 1872 round-robin tournament in Brooklyn

Collins becomes sixth batter to join 3,000-hit club

On June 3, 1925, Eddie Collins became the sixth batter to total 3,000 hits.

Artifacts tell story of record-setting 33-inning game from 1981

A number of artifacts from the 33-inning contest now have a place in Cooperstown.

A headache becomes history

On June 2, 1925, Lou Gehrig replaced Wally Pipp at first base in the Yankees' lineup.

Seaver, Ryan combine for 26 Ks in sweep of Padres

On May 29, 1971,the Mets' Nolan Ryan and Tom Seaver combined to strike out 26 Padres in a doubleheader sweep.

A’s celebrate 50 historic years in Oakland

50 years ago – on April 17, 1968 – that the A’s played their first season in Oakland.

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Hornsby’s bat leads him to manager’s office

On May 30, 1925, Rogers Hornsby was named player/manager of the Cardinals. (National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum)

Stars Return to Cooperstown for May 26 Hall of Fame Classic at Doubleday Field

An updated roster and list of events for the 2018 Hall of Fame Classic has been announced.

Seaver’s 3000th strikeout puts him in select company

When Tom Seaver joined the 3,000 strikeout club on April 18, 1981, the number of pitchers in that club could be measured by the digits on a human hand.

JFK’s letter to Jackie Robinson

Four months before winning the election that would make him the 35th President of the United States, John F. Kennedy sent a letter to Jackie Robinson.

Alexander wraps up career with Phillies

On May 28, 1930, Grover Cleveland Alexander appeared in his final big league game.

Puerto Rico’s Hiram Bithorn paved the way for a nation of baseball stars

On April 15, 1942, Hiram Bithorn made history as the first player from Puerto Rico to play Major League Baseball

Ruth adds to legend with three homers for Braves

On May 25, 1935, Babe Ruth hit the final three home runs of his big league career while playing for the Braves.

Between shortstop and first base, Banks tried the outfield

On May 23, 1961, Ernie Banks appeared in his first big game as an outfielder as he transitioned away from shortstop.