Current:Home > StocksBaseball world reacts to the death of MLB Hall of Famer and Giants' legend Willie Mays -FundGuru
Baseball world reacts to the death of MLB Hall of Famer and Giants' legend Willie Mays
View
Date:2025-04-15 04:49:50
Baseball Hall of Famer and San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays, 93, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon. "The Say Hey Kid" as many referred to him, is often considered the best all-around baseball player of all-time.
Mays' career spanned four decades, and he epitomized the definition of a five-tool player. He was the 1951 Rookie of the Year, a 1954 World Series champion, and two-time MVP. Mays also smacked 660 career home runs (sixth-most in MLB history), won 12 Gold Gloves in center field (tied for the most of any outfielder all-time with Roberto Clemente), and was a 24-time All-Star (tied for second-most all-time; Hank Aaron, 25). Mays also served two years in the military, fighting in the Korean War at the start of his MLB career.
Here are some reactions to Mays' passing from around the internet.
MLB News:Baseball legend Willie Mays, the 'Say Hey Kid,' dies at 93
Reactions to Willie Mays' passing:
veryGood! (142)
Related
- The 401(k) millionaires club keeps growing. We'll tell you how to join.
- 5 Capitol riot defendants who led first breach on Jan. 6 found guilty at trial
- Many cities have anti-crime laws. The DOJ says one in Minnesota harmed people with mental illness
- Kandi Burruss Leaving The Real Housewives of Atlanta After 14 Seasons
- How to watch the 'Blue Bloods' Season 14 finale: Final episode premiere date, cast
- Smith-Wade delivers big play on defense, National beats American 16-7 in Senior Bowl
- They met on a dating app and realized they were born on same day at same hospital. And that's not where their similarities end.
- Lovevery recalls 51,500 of its Slide & Seek Ball Runs over choking hazard
- New data highlights 'achievement gap' for students in the US
- Spoilers! What that 'Argylle' post-credits scene teases about future spy movies
Ranking
- Brianna LaPaglia Reveals The Meaning Behind Her "Chickenfry" Nickname
- Grammys 2024: From how to watch the music-filled show to who’s nominated, here’s what to know
- Wisconsin police officer fatally shoots armed motorist after chase
- Many cities have anti-crime laws. The DOJ says one in Minnesota harmed people with mental illness
- Who's hosting 'Saturday Night Live' tonight? Musical guest, how to watch Dec. 14 episode
- A guide to the perfect Valentine's Day nails, from pink French tips to dark looks
- Bruce Willis and Ex Demi Moore Celebrate Daughter Tallulah's 30th Birthday
- Spoilers! What that 'Argylle' post-credits scene teases about future spy movies
Recommendation
Global Warming Set the Stage for Los Angeles Fires
Virginia music teacher Annie Ray wins 2024 Grammy Music Educator Award
Suburban Chicago police fatally shoot domestic violence suspect
'It sucks getting old': Jon Lester on Red Sox, Cubs and his future Hall of Fame prospects
Selena Gomez engaged to Benny Blanco after 1 year together: 'Forever begins now'
Alix Earle Makes 2024 Grammys Debut After Forgetting Shoes
Michigan woman holiday wish turned into reality after winning $500,000 from lottery game
Grammys 2024: See the Complete Winners List