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Established by Willie Mays, the Say Hey Foundation creates opportunities for youth in underserved communities by providing education, athletics, safe spaces, and wraparound support through trusted local partners.

08/27/2026

While attending this year’s Induction Ceremony in Cooperstown, Hall of Famer Jim Kaat recalled one of the rare occasions he faced Willie Mays — during the 1966 All-Star Game — and reflected on the lasting influence Willie had on the game and generations of players then, and who followed.

Legends respect legends! 🧡🖤

Did you know that Willie almost played Winter Ball in Cuba? He signed with the Almendares Alacranes after the 1950 seaso...
08/25/2026

Did you know that Willie almost played Winter Ball in Cuba? He signed with the Almendares Alacranes after the 1950 season, but he injured his ankle and never made an appearance with the team.

Had he played, he would have been teammates with fellow prospect Tommy Lasorda, who was a farm hand in the rival Dodgers’ organization at the time.

Source: Grant Brisbee of The Athletic

08/20/2026

Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers was on hand for the festivities during the recent 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. He fondly remembered trying to get his favorite player’s autograph as a kid, only to come face to face with him on the diamond a dozen years later!

With his first big paycheck from the Giants, Willie didn’t just celebrate his success—he shared it. He bought a car for ...
08/18/2026

With his first big paycheck from the Giants, Willie didn’t just celebrate his success—he shared it. He bought a car for his community, one that anyone who needed it could use. A simple act that spoke volumes about the man he was.🧡

08/13/2026

The Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2026 was inducted recently in Cooperstown, and Hall of Famer Johnny Bench was on hand for the festivities.

He shared an inspiring story about Mays offering his support at the All-Star game, along with a hilarious anecdote about Willie’s efforts to get a preview on what pitch was coming with Bench behind the plate. Like Johnny says, “That’s Willie Mays!"

Did you know that Willie is still the all-time leader in homers as a Giant? Although his god-son Barry Bonds is MLB’s al...
08/11/2026

Did you know that Willie is still the all-time leader in homers as a Giant?

Although his god-son Barry Bonds is MLB’s all-time leader, Willie’s 646 homers as a Giant beat out Barry’s 586.

Did you know that Willie Mays had his own version of a “flu game”?A rib dinner didn’t sit well with Mays one night, and ...
08/04/2026

Did you know that Willie Mays had his own version of a “flu game”?

A rib dinner didn’t sit well with Mays one night, and he was ill up until gametime; manager Alvin Dark didn’t even have him in the lineup until just before the game.

Desperate for Mays’ bat in the lineup on April 30, 1961, teammate Joey Amalfitano asked Mays how he felt on a scale of 1 to 100. Mays claimed he was a “70”, and Amalfitano said, "Well, your 70 is going to be better than whoever goes out there for their 100" and offered up his own lighter bat as a way to combat Mays' weakness. Willie went deep four times with that bat! (Source: The Athletic)

Did you know why Willie was called the “Say Hey Kid?”It was for a reason we can all relate to! As a young player, Willie...
07/31/2026

Did you know why Willie was called the “Say Hey Kid?”

It was for a reason we can all relate to! As a young player, Willie was meeting so many new people — players, executives, and fans alike — that he could hardly remember everyone’s name.

His solution: greet everyone by shouting ”say hey”! Thus, the legendary nickname was born.

Be yourself — life can be that simple, and Willie showed it every day. ⁣⁣His legacy reminds us that staying true to who ...
07/28/2026

Be yourself — life can be that simple, and Willie showed it every day. ⁣
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His legacy reminds us that staying true to who you are is one of the greatest strengths you can have, both on the field and in life.⁣
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On July 11, the Giants selected Peyton Bonds, the nephew of the legendary Barry Bonds, in the third round of the 2026 ML...
07/23/2026

On July 11, the Giants selected Peyton Bonds, the nephew of the legendary Barry Bonds, in the third round of the 2026 MLB Draft.

Speaking of Giants family ties, did you know that Willie is the godfather of Barry Bonds?

Barry spent a lot of time as a youngster in the Giants' clubhouse with father, Bobby, who was Willie’s teammate. The two formed a close relationship and when Bobby’s wife, Pat, asked Willie to be her son's godfather, he enthusiastically accepted.

Barry and Willie shared a close relationship until Willie passed in 2024.

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