DISCOVER HISTORY

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

#CardCorner: 1987 Topps LaMarr Hoyt

The 1983 American League Cy Young Award winner packed decades of memories into his short MLB career.

Hall of Famers Pat Gillick, Ryne Sandberg Added to Coaches Roster for East-West Classic

Saturday’s legends game to feature 14 Hall of Famers at Cooperstown’s Doubleday Field.

#Shortstops: Give Watson a Ring

Bob Watson's contributions as a pioneering Black executive and world champion are showcased in The Souls of the Game: Voices of Black Baseball.

Secure Your Piece of History with Game-Worn Jerseys from Hall of Fame East-West Classic

Auction benefitting National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum runs from 2 p.m. ET May 25 through June 2 at MLB.com/hof.

O’Neil makes history as Cubs coach

Buck O'Neil was the first Black on-field coach in AL/NL history, debuting in the Chicago Cubs dugout in May 1962.

#CardCorner: 1986 Topps Jesse Barfield

A member of the Blue Jays’ celebrated outfield trio that helped Toronto to its first postseason appearance, Jesse Barfield dazzled teammates and opponents with his talent and work ethic.

Puckett doubles up on six-hit mark

Kirby Puckett always collected his hits in bunches, including his second career six-hit game on May 23, 1991.

Hall of Fame Partners with Ebbets Field Flannels for East-West Classic Apparel

Hall of Famers and Classic players to wear uniforms celebrating nine Negro Leagues teams.

Hall of Fame Will Celebrate Black Baseball over Memorial Day Weekend with Legends Game, Exhibit Opening and New Statue

East-West Classic to be played May 25 at Cooperstown’s Doubleday Field; Museum’s new ‘The Souls of the Game’ exhibit to debut same day.

#CardCorner: 1986 Topps Terry Pendleton

A member of two Cardinals National League pennant winners and the 1991 NL Most Valuable Player with the Braves, Terry Pendleton parlayed an unquenchable work ethic into an All-Star career.

Horton a hero on and off the field

Willie Horton's legacy extends far beyond his 18-year playing career with a lifetime of community advocacy in Detroit.

Little League Legend Mo’ne Davis to Take the Field at May 25 Hall of Fame East-West Classic

Women's sports hero part of an all-star lineup for legends game at Doubleday Field; celebration will feature legendary 1947 Anderson Monarchs bus.

Molitor powers up for cycle

Paul Molitor picked up four of his league-leading 216 hits on May 15, 1991, to complete his first career cycle.

Nikko, son of Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, to Perform National Anthem at East-West Classic

Fan experience will feature food and fun at May 25 legends game.

#CardCorner: 1986 Donruss Pete Vuckovich

This Cy Young Award winner later doubled as one of baseball cinema's most iconic sluggers.

Hunter authors rare perfect game

Catfish Hunter's perfect game against the Minnesota Twins, the American League's first in 46 seasons, was an early signal that 1968 would be The Year of the Pitcher.