Willie Mays Receives Numerous Touching Tributes Following His Passing

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(Original Caption) A gleeful Willie Mays holds ball marked signifying his entry into one of baseballs most exclusive clubs--with 400 or more home runs. Mays is only the tenth man in history to hit as many round trippers. Willie's initiation blast came in the third inning. St. Louis's Curt Simmons as the Giants went on to dump the Cards 7-2 and a tie with them for second spot in the National League.
Willie Mays was a legend of the game.willi

Willie Mays was one of the most legendary players in the history of Major League Baseball. Overall, he broke records and captured the attention of fans while in the Negro Leagues, and eventually went to Major League Baseball where he played for the San Francisco Giants. It was here where he broke even more records. Having won the Golden Glove award 12 times, there is no doubt that Mays was one of if not the best outfielder in the sport's history. On Tuesday, it was revealed that he passed away at the age of 93.

Subsequently, numerous tributes came in for the baseball legend. Former President Barack Obama said "Willie Mays wasn’t just a singular athlete, blessed with an unmatched combination of grace, skill and power. He was also a wonderfully warm and generous person - and an inspiration to an entire generation." Moreover, Major League Baseball commissioner Robert Manfred made sure to give some touching remarks on Mays' legacy.

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Willie Mays Accomplished Everything

"All of Major League Baseball is in mourning today as we are gathered at the very ballpark where a career and a legacy like no other began," Commissioner Rob Manfred explained "Willie Mays took his all-around brilliance from the Birmingham Black Barons of the Negro American League to the historic Giants franchise. From coast to coast in New York and San Francisco, Willie inspired generations of players and fans as the game grew and truly earned its place as our National Pastime."

Tributes Pour In

Mays' passing is a huge loss for the baseball world. He was an athlete who transcended the sport, and he inspired many to pursue the game of baseball. Hopefully, Major League Baseball does everything in its power to keep Mays' legacy alive. Every young player should be educated on Mays, his impact, and what he means to the sport. Let us know some of your favorite Willie Mays plays, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from the sports world.

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