It came to be known simply as “The Catch,” and is, perhaps, the most recognized defensive play in baseball’s long and storied history, the play that made rising star Willie Mays famous.

Willie Mays, the electrifying “Say Hey Kid” whose singular combination of talent, drive and exuberance made him one of baseball’s greatest and most beloved players, has died. He was 93.

Willie Mays, the electrifying ''Say Hey Kid'' whose singular combination of talent, drive and exuberance made him one of baseball's greatest and most beloved players, has died. He was 93.