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King John Schuerholz

John Schuerholz entered the world of big league baseball with a letter to a man he did not know.

Lou Piniella’s baseball journey takes him to Cooperstown’s doorstep

In virtually all of his managerial stops, Lou Piniella turned struggling teams into pennant contenders.

Baseball Writers’ Association of America 2017 Hall of Fame Ballot Announced

Two former American League Most Valuable Player Award winners as well as two World Series MVPs are among 19 new candidates on the 2017 Hall of Fame ballot

Mark McGwire to be considered by Today’s Game Era Committee

Statistically, he’s the most consistent power hitter the game has ever known. But Mark McGwire’s story contains so much more than that.

Orel Hershiser debuts on Today’s Game Era Hall of Fame ballot

Few pitchers ever competed like Hershiser – who was at his best when the pressure was greatest.

Davey Johnson’s managerial skills lead him to Cooperstown’s doorstep

Davey Johnson spent his adult life in baseball, first as a player, then as the second manager in big league history to take four franchises to the postseason.

2017 Ford C. Frick Award Ballot Finalized

Eight of the National Pastime’s beloved voices have been named as the finalists for the 2017 Ford C. Frick Award, presented annually for excellence in baseball broadcasting by the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.

Thrill of Success: Will Clark debuts on Today’s Game ballot

From his days as a collegiate star at Mississippi State, Will Clark seemed destined for greatness – with a left-handed swing that was revered throughout the game.

Albert Belle’s numbers earn him a place on Today’s Game Era ballot

Albert Belle ripped through the big leagues like a 12-year-long storm, leaving numbers in his wake that remain some of baseball’s best.

Harold Baines debuts on Today’s Game Era ballot

Of all the players currently eligible for election to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Harold Baines has more hits than anyone but Rafael Palmeiro and Barry Bonds.

Cooperstown’s Phil Pohl experiences Hall of Fame as never before

Phil Pohl grew up in Cooperstown. But despite numerous trips to the Hall of Fame, he never thought he’d find himself looking at his artifacts on display in the Museum.

Maine-Endwell Little Leaguers honored at Hall of Fame

The Maine-Endwell (N.Y.) Little League World Series championship team was honored at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum during an early Sunday afternoon ceremony inside the Plaque Gallery.

Celebrate the Fall Classic in Cooperstown with the World Series Gala, Oct. 29, at Hall of Fame

As history is made on the diamond at the Fall Classic, Central New York residents and visitors can watch all the action at the home of baseball history in Cooperstown.

Maine-Endwell Little League World Series Champs to be Honored at Hall of Fame on Sunday

Team Has Donated Signed Baseball, Photo to Museum Collection

Historic Photos, Documents of Inaugural Class of 1936 Featured in Museum’s Latest Additions to PASTIME

Online offerings are growing bi-weekly at collection.baseballhall.org

Ten Named to Today’s Game Era Ballot for National Baseball Hall of Fame Consideration

Five former big league players, three executives and two managers comprise the 10-name Today’s Game Era ballot to be reviewed and voted upon Dec. 5 at the Baseball Winter Meetings in National Harbor, Md.