Inside Pitch: The Memories of Hank Aaron Abound in Cooperstown

From the Baseball Hall of Fame/Cooperstown, N.Y.

Aaron’s Legacy Lives on in Cooperstown

Hank Aaron pledged nearly his entire collection to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Click here to read about this remarkable donation from one of the game's biggest stars.

#Shortstops: Flap Cap

The ear-flap cap worn by Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon during the 2008 World Series helps to tell the story of one of the most unusual Game 5 moments in history. Click here to read about this artifact.

#CardCorner: 1976 Topps Davey Lopes

Davey Lopes didn't become a big league regular until he was 28 years old. But he made up for lost time by becoming one of the best base stealers of his era. Click here to read more about Lopes' long career in baseball in this week's #CardCorner.

March 5, 1986: Braves acquire Ted Simmons

Ted Simmons returned to his National League roots 35 years ago this week following a trade to the Braves. Click here to read about how Simmons transitioned from the playing field to the front office en route to Cooperstown.

HELP US PRESERVE BASEBALL HISTORY

Red Barber and Mel Allen were the first recipients of the Ford C. Frick Award. Barber's 33 consecutive years as a major league announcer included numerous World Series as well as other major sports broadcasts. Help ensure his microphone is preserved for generations to come by making a donation here.