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On Tuesday evening, the sports world learned of the death 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’ passing and talk about the lasting impact he has on the countless number of baseball fans who watched him play and his contributions to the game in his post-playing days. They also discuss the incredible statistics Willie has put up during his career and how Thursday’s Rickwood Field game between the San Francisco Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals will be a special night in honor of No. 24.
(0:29) – Thoughts on the passing of Willie Mays
(2:14) – Willie’s lasting impact
(6:39) – The incredible statistics
(9:49) – Timing of the Rickwood Field game
(15:11) – Memories in New York City
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