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Willie Mays The Sey Hey Kid #24: The Mets Years (1972 - 1973)
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The Mets retire Willie Mays' number 24 at Old Timers Day
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Mets retire Willie Mays' number in Old-Timers' Day surprise
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Willie Mays: Where are they now? - Sports Illustrated
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Willie Mays calls in sick for ceremonial first pitch - NBC Sports
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Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24
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