Stories of Women in Baseball

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

Television guru Michael Schur visits Cooperstown

Television writer/producer Michael Schur and his son William visited the Hall of Fame on Oct. 9, 2021.

Bagwell named NL MVP after strike-shortened season

Following a strike-shortened season, Jeff Bagwell was named the unanimous NL MVP Award winner on Oct. 27, 1994.

2022 BBWAA Hall of Fame Ballot

The 2022 Baseball Writers' Association of America Hall of Fame ballot features 29 candidates.

Clemente’s October led Pirates to 1971 title

In 1971, Roberto Clemente powered the Pirates to a thrilling World Series victory over the Orioles in seven games.

Ron Hansen’s triple play

Former big league shortstop Ron Hansen visited the Hall of Fame, where he got the chance to see the glove he used to turn an unassisted triple play on display.

2022 Ford C. Frick Award Ballot Finalized

Winner to be announced at Baseball’s Winter Meetings on Dec. 9.

#CardCorner: 1969 Topps Freddie Patek

Listed at different times anywhere from 5-foot-4 to 5-foot-6, Freddie Patek fought for every minute of his 14 years in the big leagues with the Pirates, Royals and Angels.

Schoendienst’s promotion ignited Cardinals’ dynasty

Following 15 years in the organization as a player, Red Schoendienst was named manager of the Cardinals on Oct. 20, 1964.

#Shortstops: Ruth’s first score

This scorecard was used in Game 4 of the 1921 World Series, when Babe Ruth slugged his first career World Series homer at the Polo Grounds.

2022 Ford C. Frick Award Ballot

The winner of the 2022 Ford C. Frick Award will be announced Dec. 8.

#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Willie Randolph

Willie Randolph played in more games at second base than any other Yankee, and secured two World Series rings in the process.

Maris jersey from historic 1961 season lands in Cooperstown

Thanks to a recent donation from author and former MLB executive Andy Strasberg, a jersey Roger Maris wore during his historic 1961 season is now on display in Cooperstown.

#Shortstops: Bump in the Vote

In 1971, the Atlanta Braves pushed outfielder Ralph Garr’s quest for an All-Star Game berth with a unique promotion.

Mazeroski’s walk-off blast clinches title for Pirates

With one swing of the bat on Oct. 13, 1960, Bill Mazeroski brought Pittsburgh a championship, leading the Pirates past the Yankees with a walk-off homer in Game 7 of the World Series.

#Shortstops: Tinker’s Tigers

With former Cubs shortstop Joe Tinker at the helm, the Orlando Tigers captured the 1921 Florida State League pennant with a 73-42 record.

#CardCorner: 1975 Topps Mike Hargrove

As a manager, Mike Hargrove skippered one of the most dominant teams of the 1990s. And as a player, "The Human Rain Delay" posted an impressive .396 career on-base percentage.