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

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.

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#CardCorner: 1980 Topps Jim Sundberg

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

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Starting Nine: Steel of the Iron Horse

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

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Starting Nine: Run to the Title

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

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Starting Nine: Leather from a Legend

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

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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.

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#Shortstops: Greenberg’s Full Service

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

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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.

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#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.

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#Shortstops: Striking Mathewson

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

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Hall of Famers Biggio, Guerrero, Rodríguez celebrate their sons' success

The Hall of Famer's sons made the grade in the big leagues in 2019.

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#Shortstops: A bat for a Lion

Bat used by KBO superstar Seung-Yeop Lee preserved in Museum collection.

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#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Cecil Cooper

Topps' 1981 Cecil Cooper card highlights a player who, during his peak, was one of the finest hitters in the game.

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#CardCorner: 1976 Topps Bill North

This 1976 Topps card highlights the career of World Series champion Bill North.

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From the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

From the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.

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Stories: Baseball and Civil Rights

A compilation of stories detailing the Black baseball experience.

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