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Willie Mays (left), New York Giant outfielder and Don Newcombe, Brooklyn Dodger pitcher, both returned from military service poses together on opening day at the Polo Grounds in New York on April
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Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24 as Old-Timers' Day returns
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Willie Mays' No. 24, already retired by Giants, now retired by Mets
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Mets retire Willie Mays' number in Old-Timers' Day surprise
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New York Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24 jersey in Old-Timers' Day surprise - ESPN
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An experience that I'll never forget.' Long Islander takes to the mound at Mets' Old Timers' Day event
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Willie Mays' No. 24 Jersey Retired by Mets; Played 2 Seasons with NY, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24 as Old-Timers' Day returns
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The Mets retire Willie Mays' number 24 at Old Timers Day
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Mets Retire Willie Mays's Number at Old-Timers Day - The New York Times
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