DISCOVER HISTORY

Stories from baseball's rich history are constantly being added to keep you connected to the game you love. 

Exhibit honoring World Series Champion Rangers now open at Hall of Fame

Corey Seager’s batting helmet, Bruce Bochy’s cap highlight Autumn Glory exhibit’s year-long salute to baseball’s champions in Museum.

#CardCorner: 1977 Topps John Lowenstein

An example of a true platoon player, John Lowenstein provided value throughout his career versus right-handed pitching.

#CardCorner: 1979 Topps Jason Thompson

First baseman Jason Thompson posted an .804 OPS and earned three All-Star selections in his 11-year career.

#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Rick Cerone

Catcher Rick Cerone's 18-year career included a long stint in pinstripes after Thurman Munson's tragic death.

Passion, patience pays off for Castiglione

A one-year agreement in 1983 blossomed into a Hall of Fame broadcasting career for Red Sox legend Joe Castiglione.

Brett, Ryan, Yount express mutual respect after first-ballot elections

In January of 1999, George Brett, Nolan Ryan and Robin Yount received word of their election to the Hall of Fame.

2024 Ford C. Frick Award winner Joe Castiglione

Leon Wagner fought battles on and off the field

Leon Wagner thrived as a productive, power-hitting major leaguer, but things took a turn for the worst in his post-playing days.

Joe Castiglione named 2024 Ford C. Frick Award winner for broadcasting excellence

Beloved Red Sox play-by-play voice will be honored at July 19-22 Induction Weekend in Cooperstown.

Exhibition complements exhibit as Hall celebrates Black baseball history

On Memorial Day Weekend, the Hall of Fame will celebrate the opening of The Souls of the Game exhibit a with tribute to the Negro Leagues' legendary East-West All-Star Games.

BBWAA Career Excellence Award Winner Gerry Fraley mastered his craft

Gerry Fraley, whose remarkable baseball knowledge earned him industry-wide respect, will be honored in Cooperstown in July.

2024 BBWAA Career Excellence Award Winner Gerry Fraley

Hall of Fame will celebrate Black Baseball with East-West Classic Game during Memorial Day Weekend

Legends game to be played May 25 at Cooperstown’s Doubleday Field; Museum’s new “The Souls of the Game” exhibit to debut the same day.

Gerry Fraley wins 2024 BBWAA Career Excellence Award

Longtime Dallas writer to be honored at July 19-22 Hall of Fame Weekend.

Hall of Fame election sinks in for Jim Leyland

Jim Leyland addressed the media a day after learning of his election to the Hall of Fame.

#CardCorner: 1971 Topps Dave Giusti

Initially a starter, Dave Giusti developed into a reliable reliever and a key piece of Pittsburgh's 1971 World Series-winning pitching staff.