Hall of Famers enjoy return to Cooperstown for Classic
12th edition of Hall of Fame Classic scheduled for Saturday, May 28.
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: 1969 Topps Rick Wise
Rick Wise's career featured a no-hitter where he hit two home runs and a win in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series.
Jones picked No. 1 in 1990 Draft; Mussina quickly follows
The Atlanta Braves selected Chipper Jones with the first pick in the 1990 MLB Draft. With the 20th pick, the Orioles selected another Hall of Famer: Mike Mussina.
#CardCorner: 1987 Fleer Andrés Galarraga
Andrés Galarraga parlayed a late-career surge in Colorado into some of the most unique statistics in baseball history.
Yankees' selection of Jeter launched a legend
On June 1, 1992, Derek Jeter began his journey to Cooperstown when he was drafted by the Yankees.
Big Leagues Come to Cooperstown for May 28 Hall of Fame Classic
Annual legends game at Doubleday Field returns for Memorial Day Weekend celebration.
Call of a Lifetime: Umpire Dale Scott visits Cooperstown
Veteran umpire penned "The Umpire is Out: Calling the Game and Living My True Self".
#CardCorner: 1985 Donruss Tim Wallach
Tim Wallach played in more games for the Expos than any other player in team history during 13 seasons in Montreal.
Trade to Mariners launches Johnson’s career
On May 25, 1989, the Mariners acquired future Hall of Famer Randy Johnson from the Expos.
Humbled Kaat joins greatest team
Jim Kaat visited the Hall of Fame for his Orientation Tour on May 10, 2022.
#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Félix Millan
Félix Millan did not play in the big leagues after the 1977 season. But the three-time All-Star has a card in the 1978 Topps set.
Aaron begins decade of milestones with 3,000th hit
On May 17, 1970, Hank Aaron became the ninth member of the 3,000-hit club.
Hall of Famer George Brett Featured in May 27 Museum Program with Former Royals Teammate Willie Aikens
Kansas City legends will share stories related to new feature film ‘The Royal’.
Ortiz overwhelmed by visit to Hall of Fame
Legendary slugger visited Cooperstown in advance of the induction of the Class of 2022.
Trade to Mets brings Mays back to New York
On May 11, 1972, Willie Mays returned to New York when the Giants traded the legendary center fielder to the Mets.
#CardCorner: 1988 Fleer Frank Viola
In 1987 and 1988, there was hardly a pitcher anywhere who was more successful than Frank Viola.