MLB legend Willie Mays has died at 93.
The San Francisco Giants announced the iconic outfielder's death on social media a little before 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18.Mays is considered by many as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Known as one of the sports' rare five-tool stars, the "Say Hey Kid" had it all: contact hitting, hitting for power, speed, fielding and arm strength.
Willie Mays took his all-around brilliance from the Birmingham Black Barons of the Negro American League to the historic Giants franchise. From coast to coast in New York and San Francisco, Willie inspired generations of players and fans as the game grew and truly earned its place as our National Pastime.Just as his career was ascending, Willie served his country in the U.S. Army in 1952 and 1953.
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