Class of 1974 brought the Big Apple to Cooperstown
Six new members were inducted into the Hall of Fame on Aug. 12, 1974.
DISCOVER HISTORY
Stories from baseball's rich history are constantly being added to keep you connected to the game you love.
#Shortstops: Grissom’s streak
In the 1990s, there were few World Series hitters who excelled in the Fall Classic like Cleveland outfielder Marquis Grissom.
#Shortstops: Light Comes to Wrigley Field
Despite protestations from some Cubs fans, Wrigley Field hosted its first night game on Aug. 8, 1988.
#CardCorner: 1983 Topps Gene Mauch
Topps' 1983 Gene Mauch card features the beloved manager during his time with the Angels.
Boggs made history with 3,000th hit
Wade Boggs joined the 3,000 hit club in dramatic fashion on Aug. 7, 1999, when he hit a home run at Tropicana Field.
Starting Nine: Vic Wertz's fly ball
Willie Mays' catch of Vic Wertz's blast in Game 1 of the 1954 World Series has been described as one of the best fielding plays in history.
Starting Nine: At your assistance
Ozzie Smith totaled a record 621 assists as the Padres shortstop in 1980.
Starting Nine: Catch of the Year
Roy Campanella set a record for home runs as a catcher during his 1953 NL MVP season.
#CardCorner: 1985 Topps Orel Hershiser
Topps' 1985 Orel Hershiser card features the longtime Dodgers ace.
Starting Nine: Fine aged leather
On April 17, 2012, Jamie Moyer of the Rockies became the oldest pitcher to win a big league game.
Starting Nine: Swing state
Luis Gonzalez etched his name into history with his game-winning hit in Game 7 of the 2001 World Series.
Starting Nine: Most Valuable Bat
On Oct. 1, 1999, Iván Rodríguez of the Rangers set a new AL record with his 35th home run of the season.
Astros’ deal for Johnson launched Big Unit’s NL run of excellence
Just minutes before the 1998 trade deadline, the Astros traded for future Hall of Famer Randy Johsnon.
Starting Nine: Eighth Wonder
Ken Griffey Jr. tied the all-time MLB record by homering in eight straight games in 1993.
#CardCorner: 1983 Topps Dan Quisenberry
This 1983 Topps card features the distinctive motion of Royals reliever Dan Quisenberry.
#Shortstops: Blues and Baseball
Asheville, N.C. has a rich baseball history, dating back more than half a century.