DISCOVER HISTORY

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

#CardCorner: 1985 Topps Mario Soto

This 1985 Topps card features Mario Soto, who spent his entire 12-year big league career with the Reds.

Starting Nine: He wore it well

Hank Aaron's jersey from his 715th home run is on exhibit at the Hall of Fame.

#Shortstops: Picture the Future

The AAGPBL helped open doors for women in America.

Starting Nine: Touch 'Em All, Joe!

Joe Carter's bat from Game 6 of the 1993 World Series is preserved at the Hall of Fame.

Legacy of ‘Ball Four’ lives on at Museum

Jim Bouton's book "Ball Four" was published in 1970.

Starting Nine: Historic Lumber

Evan Longoria's bat from Sept. 28, 2011, is part of the Museum collection.

Aparicio makes history with 500th career stolen base

On July 1, 1973, Luis Aparicio stole his 500th career stolen base. Among players who began their major league careers in the 20th century, Aparicio became just the seventh to reach this milestone.

#CardCorner: 1980 Topps Jim Sundberg

Jim Sundberg was one of the most durable and talented catchers in history.

Starting Nine: Steel of the Iron Horse

Lou Gehrig's Yankee Stadium locker is a part of the Museum collection.

Starting Nine: Run to the Title

Dave Roberts' spikes from the 2004 ALCS are a part of Red Sox lore.

Starting Nine: Leather from a Legend

Brooks Robinson's glove from the 1970 World Series is part of the Hall of Fame collection.

Hall of Fame Expects to Reopen Friday, June 26

Lineup of enhanced health and safety procedures in place for visitors and staff; Museum to reopen with launch of Starting Nine experience.

#Shortstops: Greenberg’s Full Service

Hank Greenberg served his country with two stints in the military.

Twins found hidden gem in Carew

When the Minnesota Twins signed Rod Carew as a 19-year-old out of Panama in 1964, they sparked the start of a Hall of Fame career.

#Shortstops: A Map of the Park

An early 20th century map features the park and surrounding neighborhood that the Philadelphia Athletics called home for their first eight seasons in the American League.

#Shortstops: Striking Mathewson

A striking portrait of Hall of Fame great Christy Mathewson, by contemporary artist Joel Libby.