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#CardCorner: 1985 Topps Shane Mack
Shane Mack, a 1984 U.S. Olympic baseball silver‑medalist and two‑time UCLA All‑American, became one of the era’s most successful Rule 5 Draft picks. Drafted 11th overall by the San Diego Padres in 1984, he debuted in May 1987 after a strong minor‑league run and filled in for an injured Steve Garvey. Over nine MLB seasons Mack posted a .299 career average, won a World Series, and played for the Padres, Twins, Red Sox, Athletics and Royals. The #CardCorner post highlights his standout high‑school record of 16 straight hits, his decision to attend UCLA over a $42,000 bonus, and his enduring legacy as a versatile outfielder.
Grove rolls to inaugural BBWAA AL MVP Award
Lefty Grove caps a historic 31‑win, 2.06 ERA season with the inaugural BBWAA American League MVP award on Oct. 28, 2026. The Philadelphia Athletics ace outduels Lou Gehrig, leading the league in wins, strikeouts (175), complete games (27), shutouts (4) and WHIP (1.077) while posting a 16‑game winning streak. His 10.4 WAR remains one of only 22 Live‑Ball Era seasons at that level. Grove’s dominance helped the A’s secure a third straight AL pennant, though they fall to the Cardinals in the World Series. The Hall of Fame notes his career totals of 300‑141, 3.06 ERA and two pitching Triple Crowns.
Historic last-out ball from 1986 World Series on exhibit in Cooperstown
The New York Mets' historic last-out ball from Game 7 of the 1986 World Series is now on display at the Baseball Hall of Fame’s Autumn Glory exhibit in Cooperstown. On Oct. 27, 1986, Jesse Orosco struck out Marty Barrett to secure a 8-5 win over the Boston Red Sox, clinching the Mets' second championship. The ball, loaned by longtime fan Travis Kadish—who bought it at a 2025 auction—joins other artifacts celebrating the 40th anniversary of the series. Visitors can see the ball that landed in Hall of Famer Gary Carter’s mitt, a tangible piece of one of baseball’s most dramatic finales.
Hall of Fame to Introduce ‘First in Class’ Experience with a Championship Education Ring in 2027
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is expanding its after‑school outreach with a three‑year, multi‑city partnership that launches in March 2027. Working with affordable‑housing groups Lincoln Avenue Communities and Fairview Housing Partners, the Hall will bring its new "First in Class" curriculum to students in 30 cities, awarding each participant a custom commemorative education ring made by The Champions Collective, a Jostens company. The program emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking and other 21st‑century skills, aiming to give modest‑income children access to museum‑based learning far beyond Cooperstown.
#CardCorner: 1988 Topps Jim Gott
The #CardCorner post spotlights Jim Gott’s 1988 Topps card and traces his rise from a 1977 fourth‑round draft pick to a dominant reliever for the Pittsburgh Pirates. After being claimed off waivers on Aug. 3, 1987, Gott secured his first of 47 saves that season, famously earning the broadcaster’s chant “Gott ’em!” He finished his 14‑year MLB career with a 56‑74 record and 91 saves for the Blue Jays, Giants, Pirates and Dodgers. The article also recounts his early years in California, multi‑sport high school success, early struggles with control in the minors, and the pivotal Rule 5 Draft selection by Toronto in 1981 that set the stage for his late‑80s success.
Reggie rises to the top with A’s
On Oct. 21, 1973, Reggie Jackson earns World Series MVP as the Oakland Athletics defeat the New York Mets 5-2 in Game 7, clinching their second straight title. Jackson hits a two‑run homer off Jon Matlack, adds six RBI and posts a .310 series line, while also making key defensive plays. Amid threats from an FBI‑investigated letter and controversy surrounding the A’s, Jackson powers the comeback from a 2‑3 deficit. He later wins the AL MVP, repeats as World Series MVP with the Yankees in 1977, and enters the Hall of Fame in 1993.
Clash of the Titans
The article revisits the 2004 NLCS—a seven‑game showdown between the St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros that featured seven future Hall of Famers, including Carlos Beltrán, Jeff Kent, Scott Rolen and Tony La Russa. It highlights back‑to‑back walk‑off homers by Kent (Game 5) and Jim Edmonds (Game 6), the rarity of all games being decided by three runs or fewer, and the fact that the team scoring first lost six of seven contests. Quotes from La Russa and Rolen underscore the series’ drama, arguing it rivals Boston’s historic comeback despite being eclipsed in popular memory.
#CardCorner: 1990 Topps Gary Pettis
#CardCorner: 1990 Topps Gary Pettis kkundahl Sat, 2026-10-17 11:00 A center fielder with almost unparalleled range, Gary Pettis played 11 seasons in the big leagues, totaling 354 stolen bases and five Gold Glove Awards. Craig Muder The most well-known baseball card featuring Gary Pettis never showed his face at all. But even one of the game’s most famous missing persons stories could not hide a career that saw Pettis become one of the best defensive center fielders in the ...
Hall of Fame to Host Indianapolis Clowns vs. Texas Tailgaters in Banana Ball Games Memorial Day Weekend at Doubleday Field
Hall of Fame to Host Indianapolis Clowns vs. Texas Tailgaters in Banana Ball Games Memorial Day Weekend at Doubleday Field kkundahl Thu, 2026-10-15 20:00 Limited tickets to be earmarked for local residents, Hall of Fame Members; new Museum exhibit dedicated to Banana Ball set to open in 2027. Thursday, October 15, 2026 - 12:00pm (COOPERSTOWN, NY) – Central New York baseball fans will be clowning around in 2027. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will host t...
Thanksgiving Week Programming
Thanksgiving Week Programming bmarkusen Wed, 2026-10-14 11:33 Although the Hall of Fame and Museum are closed on Thanksgiving Day, you can celebrate the holiday by visiting us on Wednesday (November 25) or over the holiday weekend (November 27 to 29). We will feature a number of programs, including tours of our historic Plaque Gallery, the Hall of Fame Trivia Game, educational presentations, and plenty of open time in our Baseball Discovery Zone, where kids and families can t...
Thanksgiving Week Programming
Thanksgiving Week Programming bmarkusen Wed, 2026-10-14 11:30 Although the Hall of Fame and Museum are closed on Thanksgiving Day, you can celebrate the holiday by visiting us on Wednesday (November 25) or over the holiday weekend (November 27 to 29). We will feature a number of programs, including tours of our historic Plaque Gallery, the Hall of Fame Trivia Game, educational presentations, and plenty of open time in our Baseball Discovery Zone, where kids and families can t...
The Wizard powers up in NLCS
The Wizard powers up in NLCS kkundahl Wed, 2026-10-14 11:30 Folks went crazy on Oct. 14, 1985, when Ozzie Smith hit the defining home run of his career. Craig Muder With the 1985 National League Championship Series tied at two games apiece, Cardinals announcer Jack Buck was lamenting his team’s missed opportunities to score in a contest that was knotted at two with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning. At the plate was Ozzie Smith, who had never hit a home run batti...
Thanksgiving Week Programming
Thanksgiving Week Programming bmarkusen Wed, 2026-10-14 11:29 Although the Hall of Fame and Museum are closed on Thanksgiving Day, you can celebrate the holiday by visiting us on Wednesday (November 25) or over the holiday weekend (November 27 to 29). We will feature a number of programs, including tours of our historic Plaque Gallery, the Hall of Fame Trivia Game, educational presentations, and plenty of open time in our Baseball Discovery Zone, where kids and families can t...
Thanksgiving Week Programming
Thanksgiving Week Programming bmarkusen Wed, 2026-10-14 11:07 Although the Hall of Fame and Museum will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, you can celebrate the holiday by visiting us on Wednesday (November 25) or over the holiday weekend (November 27 to 29). We will feature a number of programs, including tours of our historic Plaque Gallery, the Hall of Fame Trivia Game, educational presentations and plenty of open time in our Baseball Discovery Zone, where kids and families ca...
Celebrate the Fall Classic in Cooperstown with the World Series Gala Oct. 24 at Hall of Fame
Celebrate the Fall Classic in Cooperstown with the World Series Gala Oct. 24 at Hall of Fame kkundahl Tue, 2026-10-13 14:00 Broadcast of Game 2 of World Series screened in Museum’s Grandstand Theater. Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 12:00pm (COOPERSTOWN, NY) – As legends are made on the field at the 2026 World Series, fans can watch all the action at history’s home in Cooperstown. The annual World Series Gala will be held at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum on...
2026 Veterans Day Celebration
2026 Veterans Day Celebration bmarkusen Tue, 2026-10-13 08:24 The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates Hall of Famers’ service to their country in the iconic Plaque Gallery, where military medallions honor those Hall of Famers who served at wartime. A total of 70 Hall of Famers – nearly 20 percent of all enshrined in Cooperstown – served in the Armed Forces during the Civil War, World War I and II, and the Korean War. Join the National Baseball Hall of Fame and ...
#CardCorner: 1975 Topps Rick Burleson
#CardCorner: 1975 Topps Rick Burleson kkundahl Sat, 2026-10-10 09:53 One of the young core of the mid-1970s Red Sox, Rick Burleson became one of the most respected shortstops of his era. Craig Muder For eight seasons in the 1970s and early 1980s, Rick Burleson was considered one of the best – and toughest – shortstops in the game. Multiple shoulder injuries derailed his career, but Burleson remains for many Red Sox fans the definition of what a middle infielder should be...
Film Screening - Echoes from the Bleachers
Film Screening - Echoes from the Bleachers bmarkusen Fri, 2026-10-09 09:35 Airing at 1 pm in the Hall of Fame Library's Bullpen Theater, the new film, Echoes from the Bleachers, explores the cultural and societal ties between the United States and the National Pastime. This documentary features rare archival footage from the Hall of Fame's film, video, and recorded sound collection. The film is free. All are welcome to attend. For more information...
PATH THROUGH HISTORY WEEKEND
PATH THROUGH HISTORY WEEKEND abrundage Thu, 2026-10-08 15:08 Path Through History Weekend is a showcase of New York State's rich and fascinating history and will feature hundreds of events happening at historic and cultural destinations like the Baseball Hall of Fame. New York's new Path Through History helps you discover, experience and appreciate the state's amazing past. A wealth of memorable experiences awaits you - from living history museums, to forts and military landm...
Echoes from the Bleachers Premieres on PBS Stations Beginning Oct. 22 With Streaming on PBS.org and the PBS app
Echoes from the Bleachers Premieres on PBS Stations Beginning Oct. 22 With Streaming on PBS.org and the PBS app kkundahl Thu, 2026-10-08 14:00 Baseball’s most extraordinary stories brought to life through exclusive partnership with National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Thursday, October 8, 2026 - 12:00pm (COOPERSTOWN, NY) – The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is opening its vaults to share the story of the National Pastime and America. Baseball: Echoes ...
He ‘Getz’ it: White Sox’s GM has memorable visit to Cooperstown
He ‘Getz’ it: White Sox’s GM has memorable visit to Cooperstown kkundahl Wed, 2026-10-07 11:33 Chris Getz reflected on his transition from the field to the front office and Chicago’s impressive turnaround during a summer visit to the Hall of Fame. Bill Francis Wednesday, October 7, 2026 - 12:00pm The smile on Chris Getz’s face could be expected. He was not only visiting the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, but his Chicago White Sox were in first place. On ...
Kaat purrs in World Series debut
Kaat purrs in World Series debut kkundahl Wed, 2026-10-07 09:09 Making his first postseason appearance on Oct. 7, 1965, Jim Kaat pitched a complete game and outdueled Sandy Koufax in a 5-1 Twins victory over the Dodgers. Craig Muder In a World Series matchup with perhaps the greatest pitcher of his generation, Jim Kaat was equal to the task. On Oct. 7, 1965, Kaat got the starting assignment for the Minnesota Twins in Game 2 of the World Series. Pitching for the Dodgers t...
#CardCorner: 1982 Fleer Jerry Manuel
#CardCorner: 1982 Fleer Jerry Manuel kkundahl Fri, 2026-10-02 09:30 A top draft pick by the Tigers, Jerry Manuel played five seasons in the big leagues with three teams before becoming a successful manager. Craig Muder A first-round draft pick of the Detroit Tigers following a decorated high school career, Jerry Manuel found his path to the big leagues impeded by one of the most famous double play combos in history. But Manuel found another way to big league glory – as a...
Artifact Spotlight: Brand New to the Collection
Artifact Spotlight: Brand New to the Collection bmarkusen Thu, 2026-10-01 08:59 On the second and fourth Friday of each month, we will showcase the Museum’s newest artifact acquisitions through our Artifact Spotlight: Brand New to the Collection . These spotlights will take place at 1:30 p.m. in the Baseball Discovery Zone. The spotlights are free to anyone holding a ticket to the Museum that day. On the second and fourth Friday of eac...
Artifact Spotlight: Brand New to the Collection
Artifact Spotlight: Brand New to the Collection bmarkusen Thu, 2026-10-01 08:39 On the second and fourth Friday of each month, we will showcase the Museum’s newest artifact acquisitions through our Artifact Spotlight: Brand New to the Collection . These spotlights will take place at 1:30 p.m. in the Baseball Discovery Zone. The spotlights are free to anyone holding a ticket to the Museum that day. On the second and fourth Friday of eac...
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