The world reacts to the death of icon Willie Mays [Video]

Video above: Fans at Rickwood Field stand to honor Willie MaysWillie Mays, an MLB legend and Birmingham’s own “Say Hey Kid,” has died at the age of 93. The San Francisco Giants announced his passing in a post on X Tuesday evening.>> AN ICON: Remembering Willie MaysMays, widely regarded as the greatest living baseball player at the time of his death, began his professional career at Rickwood Field, playing for the Birmingham Black Barons when he was just a teenager.>> TIMELINE: A look at Willie Mays’ careerSince the announcement of his passing, many fans, athletes, organizations and politicians have reacted to his death and the legacy he leaves behind.The statements and posts below are in alphabetical order by last name.FamilyFormer hitter and Willie Mays’ godson, Barry Bonds“I am beyond devastated and overcome with emotion. I have no words to describe what you mean to me — you helped shape me …