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The recent Legends of Dodger Baseball ceremony at Dodger Stadium honored Reggie Smith, the 10th inductee, whose six‑year stint with the club produced a 32‑home‑run season, an All‑Star career and a pivotal role in three pennant‑winning teams, including the 1981 World Series champions.
Reggie Smith’s induction into the Legends of Dodger Baseball highlighted his 1977 power surge, his roots in Compton, and a heartfelt request to honor Bill Russell and Dave Lopes, with former teammates and franchise figures in attendance.
The upcoming ceremony at Dodger Stadium will recognize Reggie Smith's remarkable career, his pivotal role in the team's championship years, and his lasting influence on future generations.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame presented the Buck O’Neil Lifetime Achievement Award to Bill White, a trailblazing player, broadcaster, and executive whose career spanned decades of firsts and service.
From July 24‑27, Cooperstown will host an unprecedented reunion of Hall of Fame members, featuring the induction of Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent, live televised ceremonies, and a series of prestigious awards honoring figures like Joe Buck and Bill White.
Every June, Fairbanks hosts the Midnight Sun Baseball Game, a century‑old contest played under the glow of the summer solstice. The event blends sport, music and quirky fan rituals, drawing future Hall‑of‑Famers and thousands of spectators.
Landon Hairston of Arizona State University has been named the 2026 National Player of the Year by Baseball America, finishing a season with 28 home runs and a .400 batting average while remaining a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award. His achievement adds to a storied program history of 15 previous winners and marks a unique decision to return for another year.
A look back at the 1965 Arizona State University baseball squad that captured the nation’s first title, the values that drove their success, and the lasting impact on players and the university.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum honors America’s 250th birthday with a weekend of games, exhibitions and youth clinics that highlight the sport’s deep ties to the nation’s military history.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame is turning Doubleday Field into a festival of baseball, military heritage and community celebration, aiming to draw thousands and test a repeatable summer centerpiece.