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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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Starting Nine: Spike TV

Craig Counsell scored in the bottom of the 11th inning of Game 7 of the 1997 World Series to clinch the title for the Marlins.

#Shortstops: Lessons from Baseball’s Luckiest Man

Among the gifts presented to Lou Gehrig on the day of his retirement was this silver trophy, from the New York Yankees.

Carlton becomes lefty strikeout king

Steve Carlton made history on July 6, 1980, when he set the record for most strikeouts by a left-handed hitter.

#CardCorner: 1985 Topps Mario Soto

This 1985 Topps card features Mario Soto, a career pitcher for the Reds.

Starting Nine: He wore it well

Hank Aaron's jersey from his 715th home run is on exhibit at the Hall of Fame.

#Shortstops: Picture the Future

The AAGPBL helped open doors for women in America.

Starting Nine: Touch 'Em All, Joe!

Joe Carter's bat from Game 6 of the 1993 World Series is preserved at the Hall of Fame.

Legacy of ‘Ball Four’ lives on at Museum

Jim Bouton's book "Ball Four" was published in 1970.

Starting Nine: Historic Lumber

Evan Longoria's bat from Sept. 28, 2011, is part of the Museum collection.

Aparicio makes history with 500th career stolen base

On July 1, 1973, Luis Aparicio stole his 500th career stolen base. Among players who began their major league careers in the 20th century, Aparicio became just the seventh to reach this milestone.

#CardCorner: 1980 Topps Jim Sundberg

Jim Sundberg was one of the most durable and talented catchers in history.

Starting Nine: Steel of the Iron Horse

Lou Gehrig's Yankee Stadium locker is a part of the Museum collection.

Starting Nine: Run to the Title

Dave Roberts' spikes from the 2004 ALCS are a part of Red Sox lore.

Starting Nine: Leather from a Legend

Brooks Robinson's glove from the 1970 World Series is part of the Hall of Fame collection.

Hall of Fame Expects to Reopen Friday, June 26

Lineup of enhanced health and safety procedures in place for visitors and staff; Museum to reopen with launch of Starting Nine experience.

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#Shortstops: Greenberg’s Full Service

Hank Greenberg served his country with two stints in the military.

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Twins found hidden gem in Carew

When the Minnesota Twins signed Rod Carew as a 19-year-old out of Panama in 1964, they sparked the start of a Hall of Fame career.

#Shortstops: A Map of the Park

An early 20th century map features the park and surrounding neighborhood that the Philadelphia Athletics called home for their first eight seasons in the American League.

#Shortstops: Striking Mathewson

A striking portrait of Hall of Fame great Christy Mathewson, by contemporary artist Joel Libby.

Hall of Famers Biggio, Guerrero, Rodríguez celebrate their sons' success

The Hall of Famer's sons made the grade in the big leagues in 2019.

#Shortstops: A bat for a Lion

Bat used by KBO superstar Seung-Yeop Lee preserved in Museum collection.

#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Cecil Cooper

Topps' 1981 Cecil Cooper card highlights a player who, during his peak, was one of the finest hitters in the game.