MLB's First Game at Rickwood Field to Honor Willie Mays
- MLB will host its first-ever game at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama.
- The game will honor the legendary ballpark and Willie Mays, who started his career there.
- This historical event pays tribute to baseball history and iconic players.
Major League Baseball is honoring the Negro Leagues and Willie Mays with a game at historic Rickwood Field. The San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals will play at the former home of the Birmingham Black Barons. Rickwood Field has a capacity of 8,300 and holds significance as Mays played there in 1948 before joining the MLB. Mays expressed his emotions about the game, highlighting the importance of honoring the Negro Leagues. The Giants manager believes his team is the perfect choice to celebrate Mays's legacy at Rickwood Field. The game will feature tributes to the Negro Leagues, with both teams wearing uniforms of Negro League teams. Rickwood Field, the oldest professional ballpark in the US, has a rich history hosting various teams. Mays, who passed away recently, reflected on his journey from the Black Barons to the Giants. The game aims to honor Mays, who was unable to attend due to his passing. The event symbolizes Mays's impact on baseball and the legacy of the Negro Leagues. Personalities like comedian Roy Wood Jr. and Rickwood's head groundskeeper, Jabreil Weir, are involved in preparing for the game, showcasing the significance of the event.