About this Event
Join the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) as we honor four baseball greats, Ralph Garr, Gary Matthews, Sr., Reggie Smith and Andre Thornton with induction into the Hall of Game, presented by Hy-Vee and Major League Baseball (MLB).
Established by the NLBM in 2014, the Hall of Game honors former MLB greats who competed with the same passion, determination, skill and flair exhibited by the heroes of the Negro Leagues. The Class of 2026 joins an impressive roster of past honorees that includes Roberto Clemente, Rickey Henderson, Joe Morgan, Ozzie Smith, Luis Tiant and more. Hall of Game honorees will receive permanent recognition at the new NLBM complex when it is completed.
Journalist and media personality, Rob Parker, will receive the JL Wilkinson "Innovator" Award for his creation of MLBbro.com that celebrates Black and Brown players in baseball.
- DINNER: 6:00 PM at the NLBM (1616 E. 18th Street, KCMO 64108
- CEREMONY: 8:00 PM at the Gem Theater (1615 E. 18th Street, KCMO 64108)
Sponsorship opportunities available, please contact, Bob Kendrick or Joan Finley at for more information.
Event venue & nearby stays
Gem Theater, 1615 East 18th Street, Kansas City, United States
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