Inside Pitch: Scott Rolen, Longshot Becomes A Hall of Famer

From the offices of the Baseball of Fame/Cooperstown, New York

ROLEN RELISHES NEW ROLE AS HALL OF FAMER

Scott Rolen joined the ranks of baseball immortals when he was elected to the Hall of Fame on Jan. 24. Click here to read more about the seven-time All-Star as he prepares for his induction July 23 in Cooperstown.

Virtual Voices of the Game: Adam Jones

Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. ET for a Virtual Voices of the Game program with five-time All-Star Adam Jones. He will discuss the highlights of his playing days, along with the challenges he overcame on his way to major league stardom. He will also speak about his role as an advisor to the Museum's Black Baseball Initiative. Click here to register for this free program. 

#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Al Cowens

Al Cowens — a former 75th-round draft pick — became a shining example of the Royals’ thriving farm system. He played 13 major league seasons for Kansas City, Seattle, Detroit and California. Click here to read more about the subject of this week's #CardCorner.

Feb. 3, 2006:  Piazza Returns to Southern California with Padres

Seventeen years ago this week, Mike Piazza signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Padres. Entering his 15th year in the big leagues, the power-hitting catcher was headed back to play in Southern California. Click here to read about the Hall of Famer's time in San Diego