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Quote by Willie Mays

“If you can do that - if you run, hit, run the bases, hit with power, field, throw and do all other things that are part of the game - then you're a good ballplayer.”

Quote by Willie Mays

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Willie Mays, born on May 6, 1931, is an American professional baseball player. Known for his exceptional hitting skills and defensive abilities, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players in history during his career in Major League Baseball. more

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