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The San Francisco Giants have gotten off to a strong start this season. In the first 16 games of the year, the Giants have mustered up a 12-4 record. One of the big reasons for their hot start has been the play of 26-year-old outfielder Jung Hoo Lee.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 14

San Francisco Giants Young Star Accomplishes Something Last Done by Willie Mays

The San Francisco Giants have gotten off to a scorching hot start in the 2025 MLB regular season. Their pitching staff has been excellent, already compiling a 2.3 WAR despite some hiccups along the way.

San Francisco Giants' Slugger Joins Legendary Willie Mays in Team History with Hot Start

The San Francisco Giants beat the New York Yankees 5-4 on Sunday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. With the win, the Giants are now 11-4 on the season. Despite that great start, they are in just second place in the National League West.

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Fastest player in baseball Chandler Simpson shares great quote about his goal

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

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20 of the most shocking celebrity deaths of 2024

In 2024, we lost many high-profile celebrities, from musicians to actors to sports broadcasters. Keep reading to learn more about each person below.

Shohei Ohtani on Pace to Join Legendary Willie Mays in Baseball History

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is on pace to join the legendary Willie Mays in some amazing baseball history this season. Per Sarah Langs of MLB.

California Announces Special Tribute to San Francisco Giants Legend Willie Mays

It's been a tough year for the San Francisco Giants. Not only have they struggled on the field, but they've also lost several legends off of it, including Hall of Famers Willie Mays and Orlando Cepeda.

Dodgers Honoring Legacy Of Willie Mays Before Giants Game

The passing of MLB legend Willie Mays on June 18, 2024 rocked the baseball world with many people and organizations taking the time to reflect on what he meant to the game.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 9

San Francisco Giants, Stars, Presidents Celebrate Life of Willie Mays

Willie Mays touched the lives of millions of baseball fans and on Monday at Oracle Park the San Francisco Giants celebrated the Hall of Famer’s legacy with thousands in attendance.

Flyers’ Connection to Baseball Legend Willie Mays

When you think of Willie Mays, who died at 93 on Tuesday, you think of the ultimate five-tool player. He was the best all-around player I ever had the privilege to watch, someone who hit for power and average, stole bases, had a great arm, and was absolutely breathtaking in the way he patrolled center field.

Chicago Cubs Honor Willie Mays With Touching Tribute

The Chicago Cubs finally gave their fans something to cheer about on Tuesday evening, beating the San Francisco Giants 5-2 at Wrigley Field. The victory halted a 3-8 skid for the Cubs, who have fallen to last place in the NL Central thanks to a prolonged slump.

Los Angeles Rams News / Inside The Diamonds / June 20

The Statistical Greatness of Willie Mays

Willie Mays stood 5’10 and weighed 170 pounds, but he etched himself into baseball lore as a giant not only because of the team he played for but for being one of the greatest players ever to step foot on a baseball field.

NFL News / San Francisco Giants on SI / June 19

10 Amazing Willie Mays Stats All Giants And MLB Fans Need To Know

Major League Baseball lost an absolute legend on Tuesday when San Francisco Giants Hall of Famer Willie Mays passed away at the age of 93. He was a true superstar on and off the field and is one of the best players to ever play the game.

Willie Mays Mural Revealed in Birmingham Ahead of Giants-Cardinals Rickwood Game

Willie Mays was supposed to be a guest of honor at MLB's Rickwood Game on Thursday. After all, Mays got his start in the Negro Leagues with the Birmingham Black Barons in 1948, playing at the same Rickwood Field the San Francisco Giants and St.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

Five Moments That Define the Legendary Career of Willie Mays

Willie Mays, who passed away Tuesday at 93, is among the greatest baseball players ever. Few other ballplayers matched the talent of Mays, who ranks sixth all-time with 660 home runs and won 12 Gold Glove Awards.

Dodgers Release Statement Honoring Willie Mays: 'No Finer Rival'

Willie Mays, one of the most legendary baseball players to ever wear a San Francisco Giants jersey, passed away Tuesday at the age of 93. Mays’ family and the San Francisco Giants jointly announced Tuesday night he had died earlier in the afternoon in the Bay Area.

NFL News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Astros Legendary Manager Discusses Visiting Willie Mays Before He Passed Away

The baseball world was shocked when it was announced that legendary baseball player Willie Mays had passed away on Tuesday at 93 years old. Everyone connected to Mays is going to mourn the loss as he was such an important figure of the sport and beloved by those who knew him.

NFL News / Inside The Diamonds / June 19

The Career & Legacy of Willie Mays

Last night, the baseball world suffered a loss as Willie Mays passed away at the age of 93 due to heart failure. Mays was a legendary figure and was considered by some to be the best baseball player of all time.

Los Angeles Rams News / Fastball on SI / June 19

Willie Mays Accomplished Several Things That No Other Player in History Did

National Baseball Hall of Famer Willie Mays died on Tuesday at the age of 93. It's a tragic loss for baseball, as Mays is one of the best players to ever lace up the cleats.

San Francisco Giants Legend Willie Mays Honored at Wrigley Field Following Death

It seemed like just another fourth inning for the San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Tuesday night. Logan Webb was on the mound for the Giants, about to retire the side in order – again, nothing out of the ordinary.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

Baseball Legend Willie Mays Passes Away at 93

Willie Mays, arguably the greatest all-around player to ever play baseball, has passed away at the age of 93. The news comes just two days before the San Francisco Giants and St.

Los Angeles Rams News / Burn City Sports / June 19

Baseball Legend Willie Mays Passes Away at 93

The baseball community is in mourning over the passing of Willie Mays, a legendary player who died on July 19th at the age of 93. As one of the best players

Los Angeles Rams News / Total Apex Sports / June 19

MLB Hall-of-Famer Willie Mays Passes Away at 93

Late on Tuesday evening, word started to leak out across various in-action sports broadcasts that Major League Baseball icon Willie Mays had passed away at the age of 93 years old.

Mariners issue thoughtful photo, message after death of Willie Mays

Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all-time, died on Tuesday at the age of 93. The Seattle Mariners posted about his passing on "X" in a way that was that was both special and appropriate.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / June 18

San Francisco Giants Legend Willie Mays, Dead at 93

Legendary San Francisco Giants center fielder Willie Mays has passed away at the age of 93, the Giants announced on Tuesday night. "It is with great sadness that we announce that San Francisco Giants Legend and Hall of Famer Willie Mays passed away peacefully this afternoon at the age of 93," the team posted on X.