Paprocki makes history in Chicago, Cooperstown
On March 17, 2022, Cubs PA announcer Jeremiah Paprocki visited the Hall of Fame, where he saw his microphone on display.
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#Shortstops: Connie and the Comets
Hall of Fame skipper Connie Mack was in attendance at Kenosha’s Lake Front Stadium on June 4, 1947, as the Comets of the AAGPBL took on the Racine Belles.
Cooperstown Symposium sees increase in female participation
An increasing number of women have presented at the Cooperstown Symposium on Baseball and American Culture in recent years.
#CardCorner: 1976 Topps Willie Davis
There may not have been a more underappreciated player in his time than Willie Davis, who compiled 2,561 hits, 398 stolen bases and a 60.7 career WAR.
Kaat's career lengthened with transition to bullpen
On April 1, 1980, Jim Kaat signed a one-year deal with the Yankees at 41 years old.
Women rising the ranks in MLB coaching roles
Numerous women will take the field as coaches for MLB organizations in 2022.
Museum Education Partnership with Morgan Stanley, Lincoln Avenue Capital Under Way in Locations around the Country
Spring programs continue four-year program to provide students in low-income communities educational opportunities.
Tickets for Hall of Fame Classic on Sale Now
Legends game, presented by Boeing, to be played May 28 at Cooperstown’s Doubleday Field during Memorial Day Weekend celebration.
Museum Bookstore Reopening as Hall of Fame Prepares for Exciting 2022 Tourism Season
Guests can browse weekends into May, daily thereafter.
#CardCorner: 1963 Topps Sam McDowell
Since his debut in 1961, only Nolan Ryan (10) and Randy Johnson (nine) have led their league in strikeouts more times than Sam McDowell.
Illness interrupts Raines’ career
Tim Raines officially announced his retirement prior to a Spring Training game on March 23, 2000.
Hall of Fame’s Shoebox Treasures Exhibit Updated with Rare PWCC Vault Baseball Cards
Black pioneers highlight 75th anniversary celebration of integration of AL/NL, along with today’s new legends, as part of new 33-card lineup.
Shoebox Treasures exhibit updated with rare PWCC Vault baseball cards
With the help of loans from the PWCC Vault, the Hall of Fame welcomes new cards to the Shoebox Treasures exhibit highlighting the 75th anniversary of the integration of the AL/NL.
#GoingDeep: Carlos Bernier left legacy as Latin American pioneer
Carlos Bernier was arguably the fastest ballplayer around, his blinding speed making him a legend on the basepaths and a fly-chasing defensive star in the outfield.
In 1972, the Athletics launched a dynasty
The Swinging A’s of 1972 launched a dynasty whose stature swells with each passing year.
#CardCorner: 1984 Donruss Jeff Reardon
At the end of the 1992 season, the all-time saves mark belonged to Jeff Reardon – one of the most consistent closers of his time.