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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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#CardCorner: 1984 Topps Richie Hebner

Richie Hebner's 1984 Topps card featured the distinctive Pirates uniforms of the era.

#Shortstops: War and the World Series

A photo of soldiers listening to the 1944 World Series underlined the connection of baseball and America during World War II.

#Shortstops: First rate at third base

Eddie Mathews hit the final two home runs of his Hall of Fame career on May 27, 1968.

Hall of Fame's BASE Race returns Saturday, May 25

5K and 10K runs support Museum's Be A Superior Example program.

#Shortstops: Industry trends

Industrial League teams of the first half of the 20th century provided a chance to play ball for millions of workers.

Tim Mead to Begin Serving as President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum on June 24

Jeff Idelson to continue as President until that date.

#CardCorner: 1979 Topps Gene Tenace

Topps' 1979 Gene Tenace card highlights the catcher-turned-first-baseman during his stint with the Padres.

Mets change franchise course by trading for Piazza

The Mets changed franchise history by acquiring future Hall of Famer Mike Piazza on May 22, 1998.

#Shortstops: Varitek lands a quadruple

On May 19, 2008, Jason Varitek became the first player in history to catch four no hitters.

3,000 Ks for CC

CC Sabathia reflects on his 3,00th career strikeout and his remarkable career.

Museum’s Shoebox Treasures exhibit features stuff of collectors’ dreams

The Hall of Fame collection features some of the most unique cards of all time, many of which are featured in Shoebox Treasures.

Thomas set tone for production early in his career

On May 15, 1996 Frank Thomas hit a career-high 6 RBI against the Milwaukee Brewers.

#CardCorner: 1974 Topps Steve Blass

Topps' 1974 Steve Blass card.

#Shortstops: Rapid Robert at the bat

A recent donation highlights Bob Feller's experience and approach to hitting.

#Shortstops: Ladies Day promotions gave women the chance to cheer

Ladies Day promotions brought many female fans to the ballpark for the first time.

Doug McWilliams’ photographs for Topps have become part of history at the Hall of Fame

Work of acclaimed Topps photographer part of the Museum's Shoebox Treasures exhibit.

Johnson strikes out 20 for Diamondbacks

Randy Johnson struck out 20 batters in a single game, en route to a historic 2001 season.

Author Series 2019

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#CardCorner: 1969 Topps Joe Grzenda

Topps' 1969 Joe Grzenda card.

150 years ago, pro baseball began in Cincinnati

The 1869 Cincinnati Red Stockings played their first official game on May 4.

Tim Mead named President of National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

Angels executive becomes seventh president in Hall of Fame history.

Big Leagues Come to Cooperstown for May 25 Hall of Fame Classic at Doubleday Field

Annual Legends Game Returns for Memorial Day Weekend celebration.

Illness forces López to end brilliant managerial career

After 17 years as a big league manager it was time for Al López to hang up his hat.

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