Stories of Black baseball

Stories that highlight the lives and experiences of Black ballplayers through key moments in history, artifacts and baseball cards.

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Doby blazed trails on, off field

On June 30, 1978, Larry Doby became the second Black manager in AL/HL history.

Hall of Fame Inductees Exhibit for Class of 2025 on Display in Cooperstown

Dick Allen, Dave Parker, CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and Billy Wagner to be inducted July 27.

New Season of ‘The Road to Cooperstown’ Podcast Debuts Today

Official podcast of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum showcases the game’s all-time greats as they share their stories, triumphs and challenges; Hall of Famer and legendary Phillies third baseman Mike Schmidt is the featured guest on today’s season premiere.

#CardCorner: 1972 Topps Ángel Mangual

A key player on the Athletics' three straight World Series title teams from 1972-74, Ángel Mangual followed his dream to the big leagues from his native Puerto Rico.

Hitting for the cycle launched Yastrzemski’s historic stretch

Carl Yastrzemski hit for the cycle on May 14, 1965, and soon embarked on a stretch that would propel him to Cooperstown.

Lee Smith joins Hall of Famer lineup for Memorial Day Weekend celebration in Cooperstown

Hall of Fame Film Series, Night at the Museum event will feature seven Hall of Fame legends.

#CardCorner: 1987 Fleer Ken Oberkfell

One of the stars of the acclaimed Cardinals infield of the early 1980s, Ken Oberkfell played 16 seasons in the big leagues before becoming a long-time minor league manager and major league coach.

Baines slugs his way to Oakland total bases record

Harold Baines homered three times and added a double on May 7, 1991, to set a new Oakland record with 14 total bases.

Century Season: Rogers Hornsby's 1925 Triple Crown

One hundred years ago, Rogers Hornsby won the NL Triple Crown to cap a stretch virtually unseen in big league history.

Hall of Fame Film Series Lineup Finalized; Six Titles to be Screened Memorial Day Weekend

Hall of Famers Harold Baines, Wade Boggs, Rollie Fingers, Fergie Jenkins, Jim Kaat and Ozzie Smith return to Cooperstown for festivities.

#CardCorner: 1990 Topps Chili Davis

The first All-Star to hail from Jamaica, Chili Davis was a prolific switch-hitter who later became one of the game's most respected hitting coaches.

Youngs’ cycle showcases his all-around skills

Ross Youngs notched the 15th cycle in modern era National League history on April 29, 1922.

#GoingDeep: Vin-Describable

After the first one-third of his baseball career, Vin Scully explored other broadcasting opportunities that saw him branch out to other sports as well as talk shows.

#CardCorner: 1986 Topps Terry Forster

One of the most effective left-handed relievers of his era, Terry Forster pitched for some of the game's most successful teams and totaled 127 saves.

Miñoso creates new stat line in historic White Sox win

By scoring five times, driving in five runs, walking and stealing a base on April 23, 1955, Minnie Miñoso authored a single-game box score that had never been achieved in AL/NL history.

Hall of Fame Hosts Youth Clinic May 24 at Doubleday Field

Former big leaguers Vince Coleman, Clint Hurdle and Jason Kendall to share tips with future stars ages 7-12.

Long after his Hall of Fame induction, Jackie Robinson was making history

Jackie Robinson's unique perspective made him an important voice on Civil Rights, as demonstrated during a 1967 visit to Hartwick College.