Hundreds of Giants fans assembled at Oracle Park Thursday to pay tribute to the late Willie Mays.
SAN FRANCISCO -- Thursday was a special day at Oracle Park, where hundreds of San Francisco Giants fans assembled to pay tribute to their all-time favorite player, the late Willie Mays.Among the crowd was Teddy Schall, a lifelong fan.'I came here thinking about the memories, look at the statue. I brought flowers from my backyard at home to lay at the base here and my plan is to watch the game here at the ballpark,' Schall said.
The game was in tribute to Negro League stars including Mays, who played for the Birmingham Black Barons in 1948 before signing with the Giants.The emotion was palpable as fans recalled the legendary player who died Tuesday at the age of 93. Cinthia Fryerger was another devoted fan who shared her sentiments.'I've been crying for two days ⦠It's just really emotional. I'm old enough to remember going to Candlestick park and seeing him.
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