Hall of Fame Restructures Era Committee, Frick Award Voting
New voting procedures begin this winter.
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: 1987 Fleer Jeffrey Leonard
The highlight of Jeffrey Leonard's career came in the 1987 NLCS, when he rocked the baseball world with his "one flap down" home run celebration and was named NLCS MVP.
Walker hits three doubles as Rockies open Coors Field
New acquisition Larry Walker led the way for the Rockies with three run-scoring doubles in their 11-9 home opener victory over the Mets on April 26, 1995.
Museum Initiative to Highlight Story of Black Baseball
New partnerships, advisory board will create path to new exhibit scheduled to open in 2024.
#CardCorner: 1984 Donruss Alejandro Peña
In 23 postseason appearances over nine series, Alejandro Peña was 4-3 with four saves and a 2.03 ERA, earning two World Series rings with the Dodgers and another with the Braves.
Miñoso’s all-around excellence on display in six-RBI game
On April 21, 1959, Minnie Miñoso tallied five hits and six RBI in Cleveland’s 14-1 victory over Detroit.
Hall of Fame Commemorates Opening Day with Celebration of Baseball in Cooperstown
Guests will experience all Museum features for first time in two years.
#Shortstops: From diamonds to music
Hall of Fame Class of 2022 inductee Bud Fowler penned a song, titled “The Royal Giants: The Base Ball Hit of the Season”, which is preserved in the Hall of Fame's collection.
#CardCorner: 1987 Fleer Rick Reuschel
Rick Reuschel's exceptional 68.1 career WAR is proof that he was an underappreciated ace.
Hall of Fame Celebrates Jackie Robinson’s Legacy with Two Weeks of Special Programs
Museum visitors will learn about Robinson’s exploits on and off the field April 11-22.
Hall of Fame Artifacts on Exhibit at Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum
Display part of new exhibit: ‘Baseball: America’s Home Run’
3,000th hit another milestone for Ripken
Cal Ripken Jr. singled to mark his 3,000th career hit on April 15, 2000.
#CardCorner: 1989 Topps Von Hayes
Von Hayes was so highly valued that the Phillies sent five players to the Indians in exchange for his contract after he'd played just one full big league season.
Biggio hits for the cycle
Craig Biggio hit for the cycle for the first time in his career at Coors Field on April 8, 2002.
Hall of Fame Weekend 2022 to Feature Inductions of Bud Fowler, Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Miñoso, Tony Oliva, Buck O’Neil and David Ortiz July 22-25 in Cooperstown
Induction Ceremony, Parade of Legends highlight family-friendly events during celebration of the game’s elite.