Willie Mays, who was known as the “Say Hey Kid” of Major League Baseball, died at the age of 93 on Tuesday.
The San Francisco Giants confirmed the news. In a statement, the team said that Mays passed away peacefully.
In a statement, Michael Mays, the son of the legendary baseball player, said that his father passed away peacefully.
He thanked his fans for their love and support during his lifetime. Mays was one of the best players in the history of professional baseball.
He made his debut in 1951 when he was 20 years old.
While he was playing in the Negros American League, Mays caught the attention of various Major League Baseball teams.
He was still in his high school years when the scouts started calling him. Eventually, he would go on to become a very successful player.
He was also named as the World Series Champion in 1954 and had 12 Gold Glover awards.
In a statement, Greg Johnson, the Chair of the San Francisco Giants, said that Mays was a true legend.
He was a talented player who had a huge impact on the game of baseball and the fabric of America.
Mays was a 24-time All-Star and was regarded as one of the best players in history.
In a statement, Giants CEO Larry Baer said that Mays was a hero and an inspiration.
He was a great player and an amazing person who will be greatly missed. Baer grew up watching Mays play at Candlestick Park.
Throughout the last three decades, I have had the opportunity to work with Willie, and I have witnessed his passion for giving back to the youth and his zest for life.
Known for his ability to captivate the crowd with his powerful home runs, Mays also made some of the most amazing plays in the field.
In 1954, Mays made a play that became known as “The Catch.”
It was one of the most famous plays in the history of Major League Baseball.
