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Willie Mays chose the number 24 as his jersey number in honor of his childhood idol, New York Yankees outfielder Mickey Mantle. Mays admired Mantle's talent and success, and adopting the number was a way to pay tribute to him. Additionally, Mays wanted to stand out and make a name for himself in Major League Baseball, and the number became synonymous with his legendary career.
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Who wore 24 for the SF Giants?
Willie Mays.
What players on the Mets wore jersey number 24?
willie mays Kelvin Torve and Rickey Henderson wore #24 after Mays did
What number did Willie Mays wear when he was on the giants?
He wore No. 24.
Was willie mays a Christian?
Willie Mays is a Christian.
What is willie mays full name?
Willie Mays
Willie Mays autograph?
can I get willie mays to sign his jersey
Where does willie mays live at?
You can write him at the following address: c/o The San Francisco Giants AT&T Park 24 Willie Mays Plaza San Francisco, CA 94107
What is Willie Mays's birthday?
Willie Mays was born on May 6, 1931.
Willie mays pitching?
There are no records of Willie Mays pitching at the Major League level.
Who are willie mays parents?
His parents were Willie Mays Sr. and Annie Elizabeth McMorris.
Is willie mays dead as of 9-22-09?
Willie Mays is still alive.
Where is Willie Mays buried?
Willie Mays is still alive if you were talking about the baseball player.
