https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willie_Mays
"One of the greatest" in the history of the game.
Bob
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Excellent... my first MLB game: Candlestick Park - Willie & Willie! Childhood memory
Outstanding, I pitched BP at the Park. We discuss the game. thanks for the memories.
Bob
Agreed. A true 5-tool legend.
As much of a fan as I am, I always find some new amazing piece of information every time I read a complete bio like this. Imagine a black athlete accomplishing as much as he did for as long as he did during the 60's and 70's.
Cabbagedad;
actually six tools. When he was in centerfield, Willie gave signals to the infielders where to position on hitters. Later Alvin Dark allowed Willie to signal the pitcher how to pitch to "specific hitters".
Bob