DISCOVER HISTORY

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

Jim Kaat to Host Pathfinder Village-Baseball Hall of Fame Golf Invitational Sept. 19

Annual event benefits Pathfinder Village and Hall of Fame’s educational programs.

#Shortstops: Bionic Man

After Dodgers pitcher Tommy John suffered a torn ligament in his throwing elbow, team doctor Frank Jobe suggested they try a new surgical procedure to repair it. The surgery was a success and "Tommy John surgery" was born.

#CardCorner: 1991 Upper Deck Ron Gant

During his career, Ron Gant carved out an Atlanta Braves legacy before helping three other franchises reach the postseason.

Museum’s Distance Learning Program Honored with 2021-22 Pinnacle Award

Educational curriculum, virtual programs bring baseball around the world.

Hodges’ four-homer game was second in modern NL history

Gil Hodges put himself in the record books with a four home run game in 1950.

#Shortstops: The Kids are All Grown Up

Since the first release in 1952, Topps has implemented a variety of designs and styles on baseball cards — changing along with the times.

#Shortstops: Bat for a Cause

Americans detained as prisoners of war during World War II created baseball equipment out of whatever materials they could find. A wooden bat carved from a tree branch and used in Germany is preserved in the Museum's collection.

Feller Ks 12 in return from military service

In his return to the major leagues after serving in the Navy, Bob Feller threw a complete game and struck out 12 batters.

#CardCorner: 1985 Topps John Tudor

For one unforgettable four-month stretch in 1985, John Tudor made pitching look easy.

#Shortstops: Deal of the Century

Roberto Clemente's first professional contract was with the Cangrejeros de Santurce of the Puerto Rican Professional Baseball League. A copy of that contract is preserved at the Museum.