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On Tuesday night, the sports world learned of the passing of Hall of Famer and baseball legend Willie Mays at the age of 93. Often referred to as one of the greatest baseball players of all time, the “Say Hey Kid” was a truly unique personality and talent in the game of baseball, both on and off the field.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman share their thoughts on Mays’ death and talk about the lasting impact he had on the countless number of baseball fans who got to see him play and his contributions to the game in his post-playing days. They also discuss the incredible statistics Willie has put up throughout his career and how the Rickwood Field game between the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday will be a special night honoring number 24.
(0:29) – Reflections on the passing of Willie Mays
(2:14) – Willie’s lasting impact
(6:39) – The incredible statistics
(9:49) – Moment from the Rickwood Field game
(15:11) – Memories in New York
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