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Why Willie Mays' 'The Catch' remains one of the most legendary baseball plays of all time


Willie Mays was one of the most gifted all-around players ever and his signature play -- and one of the most iconic plays in baseball history -- was "The Catch." In Game 1 of the 1954 World Series, Mays took extra bases away from Cleveland first baseman Vic Wertz. I'm certain you've seen this highlight before, but you might as well watch it again. (CBS Sports)

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Why Willie Mays' 'The Catch' remains one of the most legendary baseball plays of all time