I didn’t write much about Willie Mays last night, and there is so much to say. Everyone who knew him is doing that today. What could I add? However, people have to know about The Catch.
I think Willie Mays was the best all-around baseball player of all time, not second or third – the best. He was also smart – a quick thinker.
I am sad that he didn’t make his last public appearance. He said he would make it unless he were dead.
Watch The Catch:
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a few additions – the stunning catch was in game #1 of the 1954 WORLD SERIES played in New York’s – plenty of media fanfare. The stadium was the old Polo Grounds, with its IMMENSE center field area. With the score tied 2-2, top of the 8th inning, the visiting Cleveland Indians were at bat with 2 runners on base,… Read more »
I suspect he could do that over and over.
and he DID! (and, not merely Willie’s ‘production and results’, but HOW he did it – the enthusiasm and zest!)
in fact – Willie claims this was not even his ‘greatest’ catch!
Thanks! Great read!