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Willie Mays

Inarguably one of the best ball-players to ever don a cap and uniform, the "Say Hey Kid's" overall ability to run, catch, throw, hit, and mash are unrivaled. All questions regarding Willie Mays' life and accomplishments, both on and off the field, should be directed here.

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How did Willie Mays get his nickname?

It is not clear how Mays became known as the "Say Hey Kid". One story is that in 1951, Barney Kremenko, a writer for the New York Journal, having overheard Mays blurt "'Say who,' 'Say what,' 'Say where,' 'Say hey,'" proceeded to refer to Mays as the 'Say Hey Kid'.

The other story is that Jimmy Cannon created the nickname because, when Mays arrived in the minors, he did not know everyone's name. "You see a guy, you say, 'Hey, man. Say hey, man,' " Mays said. "Ted [Williams] was the 'Splinter'. Joe [DiMaggio] was 'Joltin' Joe'. Stan [Musial] was 'The Man'. I guess I hit a few home runs, and they said there goes the 'Say Hey Kid.'"

Years before he became the "Say Hey Kid," when he began his professional career with the Black Barons, Willie was called "Buck" by team mates and fans.

Why is Willie Mays considered the best baseball player ever?

Because of his 521 home runs, last person to hit above .400 for a season, led the majors in 1957 with a .388 average at the age of 38, he won the triple crown(but not the MVP that season Joe Dimagio did, for reasons unknown), he has a lifetime average over .340, one of the tops in RBI's, walks, OBP among other things, he has all these accomplishments and missed 5 prime years serving in the military in two different wars. His eyes were better than 20/20, it is said if he let one go, it was because it was a ball, teams played a shift on him (like they do to Barry Bonds nowdays) instead of hitting the opposite way, he liked to shove it down there throats and hit it right at them in the gaps, or over their heads for a home run. His fielding may be the one thing that stops him from being the best of all time, he wasn't a bad fielder, just no Willie Mays(not that there has ever been another Mays).

What year did Willie Mays hit 3 home runs against the Cardinals in one game?

June 2, 1963 at Busch Stadium. The home runs came off of Ernie Broglio in the first inning, Bob Humphries in the eighth inning, and Bobby Shantz in the ninth inning. The Giants won the game 6-4.

What position does willie mays play?

First base and right field

Actually, McCovey played first base and left field for the San Francisco Giants. McCovey was a rookie with the Giants in 1959 playing 51 games at first base as the Giants had Orlando Cepeda as their regular first baseman. In 1960, McCovey played first in 71 games, while Cepeda moved to left field for 91 games and first for 63 games. In '61 McCovey played exclusively at first for 81 games while Cepeda again split time between left and first. In 1962, when the Giants won the NL pennant, it was Cepeda who was the primary first baseman in 160 games, but also play left in 2 games. McCovey in '62 tried his hand in left field for 57 games and played just 17 games at first. In 1963, McCovey was primarily a left fielder, playing there in 135 games, as Cepeda again was the primary first baseman. In 1965, McCovey was again in left for 83 games. After Cepeda was traded to St. Louis for the 1966 season, McCovey was moved back to first and remained there for the rest of his career. During those years, the Giants regular right fielder was Felipe Alou

When did willie mays die and where did he die?

he never will die to people hearts he will stay there forever he will be missed if he dies but glad, he is still alive and being strong I want to be like willy mays was i want to be a major league baseball player to I'm working on my goal for now willy mays ill try make the major leagues for you dude I'll be just like you one of the best there ever was.

Did Willie Mays ever take steriods?

Actually he did, he took a liquid form of amphetamines.

How many baseball seasons did Willie Mays play?

Willie played in the Negro Leagues for the Chattanooga Choo Choos and Birmingham Black Barons in the late 1940s and in the minors for the Trenton Giants in 1950 and Minneapolis Millers in 1951 before being called up to the New York Giants in May, 1951.

What is the value of a 1993 Stadium Club Ultra-Pro Willie Mays card number 9?

A 1993 Stadium Club Ultra-Pro Willie Mays card number 9 has a book value of about $3.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

What is the value of a 1963 Topps Willie Mays baseball card number 300?

A 1965 Topps Sandy Koufax card number 300 has a book value of about $100.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

What is the lifetime batting average of Willie Mays against Bob Gibson?

.196 ... Mays had 18 hits in 92 at bats with 3 HRs, 9 RBIs, 16 walks, and 30 strikeouts against Gibson.

Who were the first five black people in the MBL?

In the modern era, the first black players in Major League Baseball were:

Jackie Robinson, Brooklyn Dodgers (debut: April 15, 1947).

Larry Doby, Cleveland Indians (July 5, 1947)

Hank Thompson, St. Louis Browns (July 17, 1947).

Dan Bankhead, Brooklyn Dodgers (August 26, 1947).

Roy Campanella, Brooklyn Dodgers (April 20, 1948)

Did Willie Mays get married and have kids?

According to the April 30, 1953 edition of Jet magazine, her name was Annie Elizabeth McMorris. She died that year in a Birmingham, Ala. hospital after giving birth to her 11th child. At the time, Willie Mays was serving in the Army at Fort Eustis, Va.

What stadium did Willie Mays play in?

He played in the Polo Grounds when the Giants were in New York. He then played at Seals Stadium in San Francisco while Candlestick Park was being built. He played in Candlestick Park until he was traded to the Mets at the end of his career, where he played at Shea Stadium.

Did Willie Mays ever play first base?

Yes.

Mays played 84 games at first base in his career, 76 of which came in his final three seasons.

How many major League coaches did Willie Mays have?

If you mean "managers," he had eight:

1. Leo Durocher, New York Giants (1951-52, 1954-55)

2. Bill Rigney, New York/San Francisco Giants (1956-1960)

3. Tom Sheehan, San Francisco Giants (1960)

4. Alvin Dark, San Francisco Giants (1961-1964)

5. Herman Franks, San Francisco Giants (1965-1968)

6. Clyde King, San Francisco Giants (1969-1970)

7. Charlie Fox, San Francisco Giants (1970-1972)

8. Yogi Berra, New York Mets (1972-1973)

What is the value of a 1993 Ted Williams Co Willie Mays card number 138?

A 1993 Ted Williams Co. Willie Mays card number 138 has a book value of about $1.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

What is the value of a Willie Mays Louisville Slugger signed baseball bat?

A Willie Mays Signed Baseball Bat in general is worth about $75.-$200. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. The type of bat signed could effect the value more or less. The date the bat was made. Older bats will sell at a higher price. To find out how old your Willie Mays Louisville Slugger bat is and other information visit the link below. Willie Mays signatures that were authenticated in the late 1980's, and 1990 typically come with a COA from Scoreboard. These bats sell a the lowest price range at about $75. -$125.