William McCovey Jr. was one of the most iconic figures in American baseball history, renowned for his immense strength, humble personality, and lasting influence on the San Francisco Giants. Born on January 10, 1938 in the city of Mobile in Alabama, McCovey grew up in humble surroundings to become one of the greatest first basemen the sport has eve

Willie McCovey was one of the most iconic figures in the history of Major League Baseball, celebrated for his immense strength, humble personality, and lasting influence on the San Francisco Giants. Born on January 10, 1938 in Mobile, Alabama, McCovey rose from modest beginnings to become one of the greatest first basemen the sport has ever known.