#Shortstops: Goats on the Road
A special section of the Hartford Courant, published in 2017, commemorated the return of Minor League Baseball to Hartford, Ct.
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#CardCorner: 1981 Donruss Alfredo Griffin
After helping the Blue Jays go from expansion team to AL powerhouse, Alfredo Griffin settled into a veteran role that brought him four World Series rings - including one as a coach.
Joc Pederson’s Pearl Necklace Arrives in Cooperstown
Fans Can View Necklace in the Museum from 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 11-13
Glavine captures second NL Cy Young Award
Tom Glavine was named the NL Cy Young Award winner on Nov. 17, 1998, becoming just the sixth NL pitcher to win the honor multiple times.
#Shortstops: Courtship by wire
Nearly 70 telegrams exchanged between Bob Feller and his wife Virginia “Dolly” Winther from 1941-42 were donated to the Hall of Fame.
Early Baseball, Golden Days Era Committee Ballots Announced
Each committee will vote on 10-person ballot Dec. 5 for consideration for Class of 2022.
Treasures from 2021 World Series Headed Home to Cooperstown
Collection of artifacts from Braves’ first title since 1995 to be featured in Museum’s Autumn Glory exhibit.
#CardCorner: 1970 Topps Mark Belanger
Mark Belanger was the shortstop of one of the greatest teams of his era, winning eight Gold Glove Awards and a World Series title over his 17 years with the Orioles.
#Shortstops: Phillies adopt Blue Jay way
Philadelphia’s NL team adopted a new nickname in 1946 during an effort to rebrand the franchise.
Palmer continues run of dominance with third AL Cy Young Award
On Nov. 10, 1976, Jim Palmer became the third pitcher ever to win at least three Cy Young Awards and the third pitcher to capture the honor in back-to-back years.
Charles Ebbets and the Malbone Street wreck
If not for his tendency to be a little long winded, Charles Ebbets may have been one of the victims of what is often considered the deadliest train crash in American history on Nov. 1, 1918.
Eckersley’s career path keeps 1988 in perspective
Dennis Eckersley surrendered one of the most historic homers in history – and was grateful to be there.
2022 Early Baseball Era Ballot
Seven Negro Leagues and pre-Negro Leagues legends and three American League/National League stars comprise the Early Baseball Era ballot.
#CardCorner: 1989 Fleer Willie Wilson
Despite obstacles before and during his playing days, Willie Wilson compiled a memorable career, winning a title with the Royals in 1985.
Great Call: Ed Montague visits Cooperstown
In 2021, former big league umpire Ed Montague, spent 34 seasons in the majors before retiring after the 2009 campaign, visited the Hall of Fame.
2022 Golden Days Era Ballot
Nine former big league players and one manager comprise the 10-name Golden Days Era ballot.