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.
Allen turned bigotry off the diamond into success on it
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.
Rick Sutcliffe won the 1979 NL Rookie of the Year Award with the Dodgers. Five years later, he became perhaps the most celebrated trade deadline acquisition in history.
Felipe Alou challenged racism en route to the big leagues
Felipe Alou overcame systemic racism during his first professional season in the Giants organization before enjoying a successful playing and managerial career.
During Joe Mauer's rookie season with the Twins, he played at Cooperstown's Doubleday Field in the Hall of Fame Game. Twenty years later, Mauer earned Hall of Fame election.
Cooperstown Central School Hosting Leadership Training Program for Area High School Athletes
Students from 54 school districts to participate in one-day seminar March 1 at Clark Sports Center; educators to experience Hall of Fame education curriculum.
A talented college basketball player, Garth Iorg made his way through the Yankees farm system before landing in Toronto, where he became one half of a third base platoon that helped power the Blue Jays.
Danielle Cortez’s amazing journey brought her to Cooperstown
The Arizona-based photographer donated her work covering two celebratory milestones in the Diamondbacks' National League pennant-clinching 2023 season.