Stories of Women in Baseball

Stories that highlight the lives and experiences of women in baseball through key moments in history.

Leyland "thrilled, excited, surprised" to earn Hall of Fame election

Jim Leyland becomes the 23rd manager honored in Cooperstown.

Jim Leyland elected to Hall of Fame

Three-time pennant-winning manager will be inducted in Cooperstown on July 21 as part of Class of 2024.

Cool Papa Bell earns Hall call

Prolific speedster Cool Papa Bell's 1974 election to the Hall of Fame was a long time coming.

Trade for Simmons sparks Brewers’ pennant run

After 13 seasons with the Cardinals, Ted Simmons shifted to the American League with a 1980 trade to the Brewers.

#CardCorner: 1975 Topps Elias Sosa

Elias Sosa played for eight teams in his 12-year career, offering steady relief work and earning a handful of postseason opportunities.

Hall of Fame to host holiday celebration Dec. 9

Museum visitors will enjoy Pathfinder Village Bell Choir; free admission for local residents after 12 p.m. with donation of five non-perishable healthy food items or unwrapped toy.

Museum to host SABR’s Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference June 6-9

Event promotes activities to enhance scholarly, educational and literary objectives surrounding Black baseball history.

Black Baseball Initiative engages students with crucial history lessons

On field trips from around Upstate New York, inner-city students have explored baseball history and been inspired by the triumphs of Black legends.

#CardCorner: 1990 Fleer Rafael Belliard

Though not much of a hitter, Rafael Belliard played a reliable shortstop for postseason clubs in Pittsburgh and Atlanta.

Contemporary Baseball Era Committee ballot to be considered Dec. 3

Results announced live on Sunday, Dec. 3 during ‘MLB Tonight’ at 7:30 p.m. ET on MLB Network.

#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Moose Haas

Moose Haas established himself as a steady presence at the top of Milwaukee's rotation, often getting the ball for high-stakes starts.

2024 BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot announced

Election results revealed Jan. 23 live on MLB Network.

Rodríguez signing sparks Tigers’ turnaround

In just three years, Iván Rodríguez's production and leadership elevated the Tigers from historic losers to American League Champions.

Oliva caps incredible freshman campaign with Rookie of the Year Award

Three years after defecting from Cuba, the Twins' Tony Oliva won the AL Rookie of the Year Award.

Fresh off AL pennant, White Sox bring back legendary Miñoso

After a two-season stint in Cleveland, Minnie Miñoso returned to the White Sox in a Dec. 6, 1959 trade.

Pérez joins Phillies for pennant run

At 41 years old, Tony Pérez still made an impact for the Phillies in 1983.