Willie Mays’ Cards to Collect
On June 18, 2024, the baseball world bid farewell to the legendary Willie Mays, who passed away at 93. Known as “The Say Hey Kid,” Mays profoundly impacted the sport with his exceptional talent, charisma, and sportsmanship. Over his 22-season career, he amassed 24 All-Star selections, 12 Gold Glove Awards, two National League MVP titles, and led the New York/San Francisco Giants to a World Series championship in 1954. Beyond his accolades, Mays was a transformative figure, celebrated for his hitting, defensive prowess, and infectious enthusiasm for the game. To honor his extraordinary life and career, we celebrate his top rookie card and more.
Top Willie Mays Cards
Willie Mays – 2024 TOPPS MLB at Rickwood Negro League Collection Card RW-4
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• played in the negro leagues as a high schooler
• four-Time NL Stolen base leader
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• art by micah johnson
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• ONE OF SIX NEGRO LEAGUE PLAYERS INCLUDED IN THE COLLECTION
•AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME
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• TALKS ABOUT THE MLB GAME AT RICKWOOD FIELD IN BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA ON JUNE 20, 2024
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1954 Topps #90 Willie Mays
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• won first of two mvps in 1954
• lifetime batting average of .301
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• 250 card set
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• rejoined the giants two years after entering the military
1972 Topps #50 Willie Mays
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• split 1972 season between giants and mets
• centerfielder
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• part of “In Action” insert in 1972 topps
• 787 card set released in six series
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• details cards to look for
1952 Topps #261 Willie Mays
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• born in westfield, alabama
• 1954 NL Batting Champion
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• 407 card set
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• hit .477 in Minneapolis before getting called up by the giants
1951 Bowman #315 Willie Mays RC
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• 1951 NL Rookie of the Year
• 12-time gold glove winner
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• 324 card set
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• signed by the giants after graduating form high school in 1950
