Ever wondered about the uniforms worn by the Cardinals during their inaugural 1926 World Series victory? Or perhaps you’re curious about the Cincinnati Reds uniforms when Frank Robinson clinched the Rookie of the Year in 1956? Did Barry Bonds ever sport those iconic horizontally-striped Pittsburgh Pirates caps in his early career? These intriguing questions, and countless others, find their answers thanks to the meticulous work of baseball historian Marc Okkonen.
Through decades of dedicated research, painstaking examination of photographs, and in-depth study of books and magazines, Okkonen meticulously recreated thousands of two-dimensional “mannequins”. These drawings represent the diverse home and away uniforms donned by Major League Baseball teams throughout much of the 20th century. The Baseball Hall of Fame has digitized Okkonen’s original drawings, incorporating them into an accessible and searchable online database. This invaluable resource, initially covering uniforms up to the 1994 season, has been expanded through the collaboration with Major League Baseball Properties to include “mannequins” showcasing uniforms from 1995 to the present day. Furthermore, ongoing research by the Hall of Fame staff and numerous baseball researchers across the nation ensures the continuous refinement and updating of this comprehensive collection.
Navigating this extensive database to explore Baseball History Uniforms is straightforward. Users can begin by selecting a specific team. This can be done by first choosing a league – with the option to select “All Leagues” – and then selecting a city name, again with the flexibility to choose “All Clubs” for a broader search. Next, specify a timeframe by entering a starting and ending year to narrow down the uniform search. It’s important to note that the database currently holds information dating back to 1900. Users can then customize their search results further by choosing to sort the displayed uniforms either by year or by city. Finally, users can determine the number of images they wish to view per screen, allowing for personalized browsing. To initiate the search, simply click the “Display uniforms” button and begin your visual journey through baseball history uniforms.
For more detailed guidance and answers to common queries, users can refer to the Frequently Asked Questions About the Uniform Database. This resource provides additional support for effectively utilizing the database and maximizing your exploration of baseball history uniforms.
