The San Francisco Giants Issued the Following Statement on Behalf of Willie McCovey’s Family and the Organization:
It is with great sadness that we announce that San Francisco Giants Legend and Hall of Famer Willie McCovey passed away peacefully this afternoon at the age of 80 after losing his battle with ongoing health issues.
“San Francisco and the entire baseball community lost a true gentleman and legend, and our collective hearts are broken,” said Giants President & Chief Executive Officer Laurence M.