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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.
Joe Torre Elected Vice-Chairman of Board of Directors for National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
Torre, elected to the Hall of Fame in 2014 and appointed to the Board in 2023, fills a position previously held by Joe Morgan from 2000 until his passing in 2020.
Negro Leagues No-No’s
These five Hall of Famers threw gems that are now part of MLB history.
#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Dave Chalk
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.
Pérez signing sets foundation for Big Red Machine
The Cincinnati Reds found their future cleanup hitter and All-Star first baseman when they signed Cuban star Tony Pérez.
#CardCorner: 1988 Donruss Dwayne Murphy
One of the most prolific fly-catchers in the game's history, Dwayne Murphy starred for the Oakland Athletics between their two dynasties.
#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Rick Sutcliffe
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.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with Stories, Programs at Hall of Fame
Web resource recounts vital history of women in baseball.
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.
#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Willie Aikens
Willie Aikens was a top prospect for the Angels and became a World Series hero in 1980 with the Royals before his career took a dark turn.
Ten Hall of Fame Legends Coming to Cooperstown for East-West Classic Memorial Day Weekend
Hall of Famer Dave Winfield, former Negro Leaguer Sam Allen and ESPN's Doug Glanville join celebration of Black baseball May 25 at Doubleday Field.
Mauer started and ended his career in Cooperstown
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.
#CardCorner: 1988 Donruss Garth Iorg
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.
Appearance by Mets Legend Mookie Wilson Highlights Fan Experience at East-West Classic Weekend
Legends Game May 25 in Cooperstown.