BASEBALL AND THE MILITARY

Baseball has a timeless connection to the military. 

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#Shortstops: War and the World Series

A photo of soldiers listening to the 1944 World Series underlined the connection of baseball and America during World War II.
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Dave Parker in Angels uniform

Parker heads to Angels after starring for Milwaukee

On March 14, 1991, the Angels showed just how much they believed in the ageless Dave Parker when they acquired him from the Brewers in a deal for a future All-Star.

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#CardCorner: 1982 Donruss Tim Flannery

A beloved member of the Padres for 11 seasons, Tim Flannery helped San Diego win its first National League pennant before embarking on a coaching career that saw him earn three World Series rings with the Giants.

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Depth of Field: Apple donation highlights broadcast evolution

The first smartphone in the Museum’s collection is the latest among artifacts documenting technological advancement in televised broadcasts.

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Statement on Andre Dawson Plaque Logo

Statement on Andre Dawson Plaque Logo

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2026 Buck O’Neil Award Winner Bill White

Bill White is the seventh recipient of the Buck O’Neil Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Bill White Named Buck O’Neil Award Winner

Lifetime Achievement Award to be presented July 25 in Cooperstown.

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#CardCorner: 1989 Topps Gary Redus

The author of perhaps the most dominant season in Minor League Baseball history, Gary Redus went on to play 13 years in the big leagues while helping the Pirates win three National League East titles.

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1918 Boston Red Sox team portrait

Hooper’s trade closes Red Sox’s dynasty

The last pillar of the 1910s Red Sox dynasty would thrive for five seasons in Chicago at the dawn of the Live Ball Era.

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#CardCorner: 1969 Topps Cleon Jones

A hero of the 1969 New York Mets World Series champions, Cleon Jones was a gifted outfielder whose bat was the centerpiece of New York's lineup for a decade.

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Cooperstown Central School Hosting Leadership Training Program for Area High School Athletes

Students from 64 school districts to participate in one-day seminar March 5 at Clark Sports Center; educators to experience Hall of Fame education curriculum.

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World Baseball Classic Exhibit Debuts at Museum

Artifacts tell story of international baseball’s signature tournament.

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Connections to Military Bring Hall of Famers, Stars to Cooperstown Memorial Day Weekend

Hall of Fame Military Classic May 23 at Doubleday Field; big leaguers Mitch Harris and Chris Rowley, who served in the military, to play.

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Bill Mazeroski bats for Pirates

A-Maz-ing Career

Bill Mazeroski’s World Series home run made him famous, but the Pirates second baseman earned his Hall of Fame plaque with defensive brilliance.

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#CardCorner: 1971 Topps Mickey Lolich

Mickey Lolich was a Tigers World Series hero before becoming one of the most durable starters of the Modern Era.

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The National Baseball Library

A LEGACY OF SHARING

Dean O. Cochran, Jr.'s donation ensures the Museum's Library and Photo Archives are accessible for future generations.

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Salute to History Highlights Fan Experience at Military Classic Weekend

Patriotic theme adds flavor to May 23 game in Cooperstown.

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