Mark Fidrych's 1977 Topps card captures his warmth and authenticity, elements that made him a national sensation in 1976.

Whether it ends in a cup of coffee or a Hall of Fame career, the stories of most big league careers begin at the Major League Baseball Draft. Now, the origins of those stories are being uncovered in Cooperstown.

Luis Tiant achieved his goal of pitching in the major leagues by creating artistry on the mound.

Darryl Strawberry is featured on this 1992 Topps card.

Encouraging and upbeat, Elrod Hendricks made a positive impression on just about everyone he ever met.

Twelve films that chronicle our National Pastime will be shown Sept. 25-27 in the Museum's Bullpen Theater.

IronE Singleton helped the Miami Marlins celebrate Zombie Night by throwing out the first pitch.

Christy Mathewson became the first face of baseball, a college-educated gentleman fans could mythologize. And though his life was filled with personal hardship, the face he presented the public was a smiling one.

The Detroit Tigers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-1 in the 1968 Hall of Fame Game.

Once the holder of the single-season saves record, John Hiller overcame physical challenges to become one of the best relievers of his era.