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.

#CardCorner: 1974 Topps Willie Stargell

The case of the stolen card.

#CardCorner: 1968 Topps Bob Veale

Pitcher Bob Veale's size and fastball intimidated many opponents.

#CardCorner: 1972 Topps Mudcat Grant

A 2004 visit from Mudcat Grant brought a 1972 baseball card to life.

The Negro National League is Founded

On Feb. 13, 1920, the Negro National League was formed.

#CardCorner: 1967 Topps Lee Maye

The multi-talented Lee Maye balanced careers as a professional singer and baseball player throughout his life.

The hits that kept on coming

Looking back at artifacts from Billy Hatcher on the 25th anniversary of his record World Series performance.

#CardCorner: 1969 Topps Tommy Harper

Tommy Harper's perseverance has led to success on and off the field.

Forgotten History

The Negro leagues and baseball’s lost literature.

Master Entertainers

Negro Leagues legends like Satchel Paige used humor to add to the show on the field.

He Never Complained

Hall of Famer Roy Campanella’s courage in the face of racism and crippling injury served as inspiration.

#Shortstops: A Most Lonesome Game

Museum documents ‘zero attendance’ game in Baltimore.

April 15, 1997: Jackie Robinson’s Number Retired

Robinson became the only player to have his number retired across Major League Baseball.

From One Robinson to Another

A desire voiced by Jackie Robinson in his last public appearance became a dream achieved by Frank Robinson, forever connecting the two Hall of Famers.

Henry Aaron hits home run No. 715

On April 8, 1974, Aaron’s fourth-inning home run gave him number 715.

Jackie Robinson, circa 1946

This footage is perhaps the earliest known recording – in color, no less – of Jackie Robinson playing for Montreal.

Monte Irvin Remembers

While Monte Irvin excelled at the big league level, there’s always been the thought that fans during the 1950s didn’t get to see him at his best.