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Yes. He was a member of the 1954 New York Giants team that swept the Cleveland Indians in four games. In Game 1, he made the sensational over-the-head catch off the bat of Cleveland's Vic Wertz. It is one of the greatest moments in World Series history.
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Who hit the ball when Willie Mays made 'The Catch' in the 1954 World Series?
Willie Mays made "The Catch" off the bat of Cleveland's Vic Wertz in game 1 of the 1954 World Series.
How many times has Willie Mays won the World Series?
Willie Mays' only World Series win was with the 1954 New York Giants.
What date did Willie Mays get his last hit?
On October 14, 1973, Mays drove in a run with a base hit in Game 2 of the World Series. The hit was the winning run for the Mets, who defeated the Oakland A's 10-6.
What year did Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays face each other as rookies in a World Series?
In the 1951 World Series, rookies Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays faced each other for the first time. In that Series, the Yankees beat the New York Giants.
How many World Series homers were hit by Willie Mays?
0 ... Willie played in 4 World Series, 3 for the Giants and 1 for the Mets, and did not hit a home run.
What year was the famous catch by Willie Mays of the New York Giants in the World Series?
The catch was made in 1954 World Series
How many times did Willie Mays strikeout in the World Series?
Willie Mays played in four World Series: 1) 1951 - 22 at bats, 2 strikeouts 2) 1954 - 14 at bats, 1 strikeout 3) 1955 - 28 at bats, 5 strikeouts 4) 1973 - 7 at bats, 1 strikeout Willie Mays struckout 9 times in 71 World Series at bats.
Who was the first player to hit 2 home runs twice in the same world series?
Willie Mays Aiken
Who was the winning pitcher of the Final Game of the 1918 World Series?
Carl Mays of the Boston Red Sox.
What is willie mays full name?
Willie Mays
Was willie mays a Christian?
Willie Mays is a Christian.
How many world series did Willie Mays play in?
20 ... 17 for the Giants (1951, 1954, 1962) and 3 for the Mets (1973).
