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Athlete
Willie Mays
Famoose for
Combining exceptional hitting, running and outfield defence.
World Series catch · MVP awards
- Born
- 6 May 1931
- Birthplace
- Westfield, United States
- Died
- 18 June 2024
More people
Willie Mays
Willie Mays was an American baseball centre fielder whose all-round skill made him a Giants legend.
Early life
Alabama
Learned baseball from his father.
Negro leagues
Played for the Birmingham Black Barons as a teenager.
Career
- 1951
Giants debut
Entered the National League.
- 1950s–1960s
New York and San Francisco
Became a leading player through the franchise’s move.
- 1972–1973
New York Mets
Finished his playing career.
Achievements
World Series catch
Made a celebrated over-the-shoulder catch.
MVP awards
Won two National League MVP awards.
660 home runs
Combined power hitting with elite defence.
Beyond baseball
Military service
Served in the US Army during his career.
Recognition
Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Sources & photo credit
Life, career and references ↗Photo: Unknown author Unknown author. Public domain · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
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