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.

U.S. Mint helping preserve Negro Leagues legacy

The Negro Leagues' history is represented on a series of three commemorative coins produced by the U.S. Mint in 2022.

#GoingDeep: Black Baseball in Atlantic City

Professional Black baseball found a haven in Atlantic City in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

#GoingDeep: Agent for the Babe

Babe Ruth received an oversize Valentine from Christy Walsh in February 1947.

Vin Scully remembered for turning baseball into poetry

Vin Scully's voice was synonymous with Dodger baseball for over 60 years.

Sisler ties record with six-hit day for Browns

George Sisler went 6-for-9 in a 19-inning contest on Aug. 9, 1921.

#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Doug DeCinces

Doug DeCinces followed Brooks Robinson at third base for the Baltimore Orioles.

Carew records 3,000th hit in classic style

Rod Carew collected his 3,000th major league hit on Aug. 4, 1985.

#CardCorner: 1972 Topps Gene Michael

Gene Michael's 1972 Topps "In Action" card image features some hidden gems.

Museum Hosts ‘Field of Dreams’ Actor Dwier Brown for Two Programs July 29

Author Series Event at 1 p.m.; Free Showing of 1989 Classic Baseball Film at 7 p.m. in Hall of Fame’s Grandstand Theater

Monday brings reflection for new Hall of Famers

Jim Kaat, Tony Oliva and David Ortiz spoke at Monday's Legends of the Game event.

Historic Class of 2022 Inducted

Bud Fowler, Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Miñoso, Buck O'Neil, Tony Oliva and David Ortiz were inducted into the Hall of Fame Sunday.

Hall of Fame Welcomes Seven as Class of 2022

Bud Fowler, Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Miñoso, Tony Oliva, Buck O’Neil and David Ortiz formally inducted into Hall of Fame.

Kurkjian, Graney honored on eve of Class of 2022 Induction Ceremony

Saturday's Hall of Fame Weekend events included the Hall of Fame Weekend Golf Tournament, the Awards Presentation, and the Parade of Legends.

Baseball’s Best Weekend Set for Thrilling Climax at Sunday’s Induction Ceremony

Bud Fowler, Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Miñoso, Tony Oliva, Buck O’Neil and David Ortiz to Be Inducted as Class of 2022.

Hall of Famers PLAY Ball in Cooperstown

Ozzie Smith and Hall of Fame teammates Eddie Murray, Cal Ripken Jr. and Jim Thome take the field with fans as Hall of Fame Weekend begins.

PLAY Ball fundraiser begins festivities on Friday at Hall of Fame Weekend in Cooperstown

PLAY Ball with Ozzie Smith on Friday morning began the 2022 Hall of Fame Weekend festivities.