Smith’s defense throws open the doors to Hall of Fame
Nineteen seasons of excellence as a shortstop made The Wizard a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
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#CardCorner: 1960 Topps Juan Pizarro
Once a top Braves prospect who found sustained success after a trade to the White Sox, Juan Pizarro retired with the most wins of any Puerto Rican-born pitcher.
2025 BBWAA Career Excellence Award Winner Thomas Boswell
Thomas Boswell, who covered baseball for more than half a century at the Washington Post, is the 2025 recipient of the BBWAA Career Excellence Award.
Thomas Boswell Wins 2025 BBWAA Career Excellence Award
Longtime Washington Post writer to be honored at July 25-28 Hall of Fame Weekend.
Allen, Parker named to Hall of Fame's Class of 2025
Two of the most recognizable sluggers from an era stretching from the mid-1960s through the ‘80s earned bronze plaques in Cooperstown.
Dick Allen, Dave Parker elected to National Baseball Hall of Fame by Classic Baseball Era Committee
MVP Award-winning sluggers will be inducted in Cooperstown July 27 as part of Class of 2025.
Exhibit Honoring World Series Champion Dodgers Now Open at Hall of Fame
Spikes worn by Most Valuable Player Freddie Freeman, Shohei Ohtani’s Game 3 World Series jersey highlight Autumn Glory exhibit’s year-long salute to baseball’s champions.
#CardCorner: 1995 Donruss Salomón Torres
After a prolonged absence, Salomón Torres became one of the game's most called-upon relievers in his career's surprising second act.
#CardCorner: 1990 Fleer David Justice
The 1990 National League Rookie of the Year gave fans several memorable moments on baseball's biggest stage.
Beltré honed his skills during years in Seattle
Adrian Beltré signed a five-year contract with the Mariners on Dec. 17, 2004, where he further developed his Gold Glove Award-winning form at the hot corner.
Classic Baseball Era Committee Ballot to Be Considered This Sunday
Results announced live on Sunday, Dec. 8, during ‘MLB Tonight’ at 7:30 p.m. ET on MLB Network.
#CardCorner: 1970 Topps Wes Parker
Overcoming the odds just to get to the big leagues, Wes Parker crafted a memorable career in and just outside of Hollywood.
Mets set stage for championship by trading for Carter
New York sent four players to the Montreal Expos in a deal for the man widely acclaimed as the best catcher in the game.
Hall of Fame to Host Holiday Celebration Dec. 3
Museum visitors will enjoy Pathfinder Village Bell Choir; free admission for local residents after 4 p.m.
#CardCorner: 1979 Topps Thad Bosley
Few players have been as reliable in a pinch-hitting role as Thad Bosley, who mastered the craft over 14 seasons.
Trade to Dodgers launches second half of Murray’s career
The Los Angeles native deepened the Dodgers' lineup while adding to his Hall of Fame resume.