Stories of Women in Baseball

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

#GoingDeep: The evolution of baseball gloves

Pitcher Bill Doak invented the modern-day glove more than 100 years ago. But improvements are still being made to this day.

Dock Ellis’ journey helped him shine a light for others

Dock Ellis' on-field career was marred by his addictions. But he inspired thousands of followers with this post-playing career work.

#GoingDeep: By using grandfather clauses, baseball history often comes full circle

As baseball has evolved, grandfather clauses have helped everyone adjust to new rules.

Speaker’s 3,000th hit puts him in record books

Tris Speaker became the fifth member of the 3,000-hit club on May 17, 1925.

Stonewood

656 County Hwy 28 Cooperstown, NY

#CardCorner: 1967 Topps Vic Davalillo

Vic Davalillo played 16 years in the big leagues and became one of the most successful pinch-hitters in history.

USS Cooperstown Commissioned in New York City

The USS Cooperstown was named in honor of the 70 Hall of Famers who interrupted their baseball careers to serve in the military.

#GoingDeep: The year Sacramento became the home run capital

In 1974, the Sacramento Solons took advantage of their unique home park to set a minor league record with 305 home runs.

#CardCorner: 1979 Topps Bob Stanley

Bob Stanley will always be remembered for Game 6 of the 1986 World Series. But the two-time All-Star was one of the most durable and effective relievers of his generation.

Trade to Angels sparks late-career surge for Winfield

On May 11, 1990, Dave Winfield was traded to the Angels in a deal that proceeded several outstanding seasons for the future Hall of Famer.

USS Cooperstown to be Commissioned in New York City on May 6

Hall of Famers Johnny Bench and Joe Torre will participate in historic event.

#CardCorner: 1982 Topps Lloyd Moseby

Lloyd Moseby was the face of a young Blue Jays squad that became a powerhouse in the 1980s.

Classic Weekend Features Baseball Films in Hall of Fame’s Grandstand Theater

Movies on Yogi Berra, Savannah Bananas and Fergie Jenkins screened in days leading up to May 27 Hall of Fame Classic.

Robinson powers Reds by hitting for cycle

On May 2, 1959, Frank Robinson hit for the cycle for Cincinnati against the Dodgers.

Panzarella Home

16 Pine Blvd Cooperstown, NY

#CardCorner: 1979 Topps Joel Youngblood

Joel Youngblood entered his name into the record books with hits for two teams on the same day in 1982.