FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
July 29, 2026 |
(COOPERSTOWN, NY) – The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and Epic Ink/Quarto are proud to announce the upcoming publication of Baseball’s Greatest Pitchers, an authoritative, photo‑rich celebration of the 86 pitchers elected to the Hall of Fame as of 2026.
Arriving Oct. 13, 2026, this officially licensed volume blends storytelling, historical context and statistical rigor to honor the pitchers that defined baseball since the game began.
Organized era by era, Baseball’s Greatest Pitchers traces the evolution of pitching through chronological chapters that place each player in the context of his time. The 86 profiles are written in a narrative style that relives their rise to stardom, signature moments and extraordinary accomplishments. From early legends like Cy Young, Christy Mathewson and Walter Johnson to modern icons such as Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, Pedro Martínez and Mariano Rivera, the book offers a comprehensive look at the game’s most dominant performers.
In keeping with Hall of Fame standards, all statistical data in the book follows Baseball‑Reference.com, including wins above replacement (WAR), a modern benchmark for comparing player value. Each profile includes a dedicated statistics box featuring career highlights, team affiliations and Hall of Fame induction details.
“Pitchers have long been central to baseball’s greatest stories,” said Sean Gahagan, the Hall’s vice president of retail merchandising and licensing. “This book captures their legacy with the depth, accuracy and reverence that fans expect from the Hall of Fame.”
Inside Baseball’s Greatest Pitchers, readers will find:
Story‑driven profiles of all 86 Hall of Fame pitchers
Quotes from teammates, managers and the pitchers themselves
Chronological chapters that illuminate how pitching has evolved
Special features, including the development of relief pitching
Over 200 photographs, many drawn from the Hall of Fame’s unmatched archive
Statistical data aligned with Baseball‑Reference.com, including WAR
Authored by noted baseball writer David Aretha
From the earliest days of the sport to the modern era of power arms and advanced analytics, Baseball’s Greatest Pitchers offers fans a sweeping look at the players who baffled batters, broke records and shaped baseball history. It is an essential addition to the shelves of devoted aficionados and casual fans alike.
About the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is an independent nonprofit educational institution, dedicated to fostering an appreciation of the historical development of baseball and its impact on our culture by collecting, preserving, exhibiting, and interpreting its collections for a global audience as well as honoring those who have made outstanding contributions to our National Pastime. Opening its doors for the first time on June 12, 1939, the Hall of Fame has stood as the definitive repository of the game’s treasures and as a symbol of the most profound individual honor bestowed on an athlete. It is every fan’s “Field of Dreams,” with its stories, legends and magic shared from generation to generation.
About Epic Ink/Quarto
Epic Ink publishes a dynamic collection of visually striking and engaging books that explore the iconic figures, cultural milestones, and unforgettable moments that shape the world of entertainment. The Quarto Group is the leading global publisher of illustrated books. It sells its products in over 93 countries and 40 languages and employs over 300 people in the US and the UK. The group was founded in London in 1976. For more information, visit quarto.com
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