May 6, 1931, in Westfield, Alabama, was Baseball Hall of Fame Center Fielder, Willie Mays. Mays had an amazing and productive MLB career playing for the New York/San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets. The legend was a 24-time All Star; a 12-time Gold Glove Award winner. He hit 660 career homeruns, over 1900 RBIs, a .301 batting average, and was an NL MVP in 1954 and 1965.
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May 6, 1931, in Westfield, Alabama, was Baseball Hall of Fame Center Fielder, Willie Mays. Mays had an amazing and productive MLB career playing for the New York/San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets.
Born in Westfield, Alabama, Mays' journey began amidst racial segregation. Despite the challenges, his raw talent was undeniable. Signed by the New York (later San Francisco) Giants in 1950, he quickly rose through the minor leagues, showcasing his power hitting, blazing speed, and exceptional fielding. His major league debut in 1951 marked the beginning of an era.
Mays' versatility was unmatched. He was a prolific hitter, twice leading the National League in batting average and finishing his career with a staggering .302 average and over 660 home runs. On the basepaths, his speed made him a constant threat, stealing over 300 bases in his career. Yet, Mays' brilliance extended beyond offensive prowess. He was a defensive stalwart, patrolling centerfield with grace and a strong arm, winning a record-tying twelve Gold Glove Awards.
The legend was a 24-time All Star; a 12-time Gold Glove Award winner. He hit 660 career homeruns, over 1900 RBIs, a .301 batting average, and was an NL MVP in 1954 and 1965. MLB Jersey 24. MLB Jersey 14.
Born in Westfield, Alabama, Mays' journey began amidst racial segregation. Despite the challenges, his raw talent was undeniable. Signed by the New York (later San Francisco) Giants in 1950, he quickly rose through the minor leagues, showcasing his power hitting, blazing speed, and exceptional fielding. His major league debut in 1951 marked the beginning of an era.
Mays' versatility was unmatched. He was a prolific hitter, twice leading the National League in batting average and finishing his career with a staggering .302 average and over 660 home runs. On the basepaths, his speed made him a constant threat, stealing over 300 bases in his career. Yet, Mays' brilliance extended beyond offensive prowess. He was a defensive stalwart, patrolling centerfield with grace and a strong arm, winning a record-tying twelve Gold Glove Awards.
The legend was a 24-time All Star; a 12-time Gold Glove Award winner. He hit 660 career homeruns, over 1900 RBIs, a .301 batting average, and was an NL MVP in 1954 and 1965. MLB Jersey 24. MLB Jersey 14.
This Day In Baseball June 6
The ThisDayinBseball.com website provides dozens of June 6 events including these gems:
-1921 - New York Yankees slugger Babe Ruth becomes the 20th-century home run leader.
-1921 - Bill Gatewood of the Detroit Stars pitches the first no-hitter in the history of the Negro National League.
-1939 - Bert and George Bebble and Carl Stotz form the Little League organization in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
-1965 – Switch-hitter Tom Tresh connects for three consecutive home runs in the New York Yankees’ 12 – 0 rout of the Chicago White Sox.
-1971 – Willie Mays hits a 12th-inning home run.
-1921 - New York Yankees slugger Babe Ruth becomes the 20th-century home run leader.
-1921 - Bill Gatewood of the Detroit Stars pitches the first no-hitter in the history of the Negro National League.
-1939 - Bert and George Bebble and Carl Stotz form the Little League organization in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
-1965 – Switch-hitter Tom Tresh connects for three consecutive home runs in the New York Yankees’ 12 – 0 rout of the Chicago White Sox.
-1971 – Willie Mays hits a 12th-inning home run.
Baseball History on May 28 from the Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on May 28, including every baseball player who was born on May 28, died on May 28, made their debut on May 28, and ended their big league career on May 28, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The BaseballAlmanac.com brings some great baseball lore each day and of their many items we celebrate a few like:
1941 - 1st Night game at Yankee Stadium.
1952 - Willie Mays has his 1st MLB hit, and its against HOF Warren Spahn.
1961 - Roger Maris helps Yanks cause in nightcap.
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