Willie Mays, considered one of the greatest players of his generation, is elected to the Hall of Fame

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On January 23, 1979, Willie Mays, considered one of the greatest players of his generation, is elected to the Hall of Fame. Mays garners 409 out of 432 votes and becomes the 14th man to gain election in his first year on the ballot. Mays will officially enter the Hall on August 5, along with Veterans Committee selections Warren Giles and Hack Wilson.

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