"I was very fortunate to play sports. All the anger in me went out. I had to do what I had to do. If you stay angry all the time, then you really don't have a good life."
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Quotes by Willie Mays
Willie Mays, often hailed as one of the greatest baseball players of all time, captivated fans with his remarkable skills and charisma on the field. Born on May 6, 1931, in Westfield, Alabama, Mays quickly rose to fame as a center fielder for the San Francisco Giants, earning two MVP awards and 24 All-Star selections during his illustrious career. His signature catch—often referred to as "The Catch"—during the 1954 World Series remains a defining moment in sports history. Mays's legacy endures as a symbol of excellence in baseball and the embodiment of sportsmanship.
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"Baseball is a game, yes. It is also a business. But what is most truly is is disguised combat. For all its gentility, its almost leisurely pace, baseball is violence under wraps."
Willie Mays