In 1904, Jack Chesbro won a modern era record 41 games during one of the finest seasons of any pitcher in the history of the game. In 1904, Jack Chesbro won a modern era record 41 games during one of ...

In the mid-19th century, Doc Adams was first introduced to “base ball,” a sporting activity with rules and regulations that varied from team to team. A few decades later, this figure from the game’s ...

“This is better than getting an Oscar,” quipped Lou Costello in 1956, when he and his comedy partner Bud Abbott donated their gold record for “Who’s On First?” to the Hall of Fame. The presentation ...

Babe Ruth is one of the National Pastime’s most iconic participants, a name as recognized today as it was during his playing prime almost a century ago. While his exploits with the New York Yankees ...

Stationed in the photographer’s box overlooking the first base side of Fenway Park on a cold and raw late September day, David Marlin knew he was in the right spot to capture baseball history. It was ...

Pat Gillick built it – again and again and again. And at every stop, they came: Victories, fans and championships. Gillick, who spent 27 years as a general manager in the big leagues, was born Aug. 22 ...

Whitey Ford called him as “a superstar who never acted like one. He was a humble man who was kind and friendly to all his teammates, even the rawest rookie. He was idolized by all the other players.” ...

Children ages 7-12 and their parents/guardians can sleep in the Hall of Fame Plaque Gallery among the plaques honoring Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Jackie Robinson and the rest of baseball’s greats. The ...

Stories from baseball's rich history are constantly being added to keep you connected to the game you love. Our stories explore the game on the field, its legendary contributors and baseball's impact ...

Bob Lemon didn’t want to be a pitcher. But thanks to the testimonials of those who faced him early on, he grudgingly became one of the game’s best. “If it hadn’t been for baseball,” Lemon said, “I’d ...

Bullet Rogan was not only one of the best pitchers to have played in the Negro Leagues, but he was also one of the best hitters. Bullet Rogan was not only one of the best pitchers to have played in ...

His mother may have summed it up best when she said, “It seemed like he was born to hit just like some kids are born to play the piano.” His mother may have summed it up best when she said, “It seemed ...