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Pediment Publishing and the San Francisco Chronicle announce a limited-edition book commemorating the legendary career of one of baseball’s best — Willie Mays

Pediment Publishing and the San Francisco Chronicle are proud to announce a new limited-edition book, Willie Mays: A Tribute to the Greatest Player of All Time.

From his start at age sixteen with the Birmingham Barons, through 21 spectacular seasons with the New York Giants and two marvelous more years with the Mets, Willie Mays gathered accolades. Among his awards, Mays won NL Rookie of the Year in 1951, was a two-time NL MVP (1954 and 1965), a 24-time All-Star (he won the All-Star Game MVP in 1963 and 1968), and won 12 Gold Glove Awards in center field. The celebrated center fielder was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979.

Featuring exclusive stories, career stats, and dynamic photos from the award-winning journalists of the San Francisco Chronicle, this unique book offers an insider's perspective of the Say Hey Kid's extraordinary journey and iconic achievements. 

Production is underway now, with release set for November 15, 2024. Pre-orders are open at Pediment Publishing.

Additional details:

  • Title: Willie Mays: A Tribute to the Greatest Player of All Time
  • Hardcover, collector's edition
  • ISBN: 9781638461135
  • 160 pages on 80# archival stock meant to last and not yellow for generations
  • Printed in North America

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San Francisco Chronicle presents Willie Mays: A Tribute to the Greatest Player of All Time

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