Just the Ticket for Cobb
Ty Cobb made his home debut for the Philadelphia Athletics on April 20, 1927.
DISCOVER HISTORY
Stories from baseball's rich history are constantly being added to keep you connected to the game you love.
#Shortstops: Another view of Effa
Two Effa Manley photos tell the story of a baseball pioneer.
Last Day in the Dugout
Bert Campaneris sits in the A's dugout for the last time before departing for the Rangers via free agency in 1976.
The Winter of Baseball Life
Bill Veeck once said, “There are only two seasons – winter and baseball.” For many fans and players alike, there is no truer statement.
In ’Toon with Baseball and Politics
The Kickers cartoon is just one of many examples of the worlds of baseball and politics intersecting
Ball caps for the Black Sheep
In the fall of 1943, while war was on the minds of countless baseball fans, baseball was evidently on the minds of Marine Corps Major Pappy Boyington and his Black Sheep Squadron.
A Foothold on History
With all eyes on the Boston Red Sox in the 2004 ALCS, pitcher Curt Schilling gave a memorable postseason performance.
Baseball and the Funny Papers
Since the early twentieth century, baseball has appeared in both comic strips and comic books
The Holy Ball: Sparky and the Pope
Pope John Paul II autographed a baseball later donated by Sparky Anderson.
“Old Pete:” How Grover Cleveland Alexander Got His Nickname
Hall of Famer Grover Cleveland Alexander's unique nickname explained.
Umpires Break Through Glass Ceiling
Umpire Frank Umont broke the stigma of Men in Blue wearing glasses.