Hall of Fame Chatter: Yankee Revival Began 39 Years Ago With Hiring of Joe Torre

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NOV. 2, 1995: TORRE'S HIRING STARTS NEW YANKEES DYNASTY

Twenty-seven years ago this week, the New York Yankees announced Joe Torre as their new manager. He proved early skeptics wrong, leading the Yankees to four World Series titles and six AL pennants. Click here to read more about the Hall of Fame manager's time in the Bronx.

#Shortstops: A Shot in the Park

In 2021, sports stadiums across the country played a role in COVID-19 vaccination efforts. A pin given to those who received a vaccine at Fenway Park is preserved in the Museum's collection. Click here to read more about one of the ways sports intersected with the pandemic.

#CardCorner: 1985 Topps Andy Van Slyke

Andy Van Slyke won five Gold Glove Awards, two Silver Slugger Awards and made three All-Star teams. Before debuting with the Cardinals and starring for the Pirates, he grew up less than an hour from Cooperstown. Click here to read more about Van Slyke's 13-year major league career.

Museum honors Veterans Day — offering free admission to Veterans during November

Special Veterans Day programming will include a Color Guard presentation and Plaque Gallery ceremony installing medallions celebrating military service of Class of 2022 members. Click here for more information.