© Rick Scuteri | 2017 Mar 22
San Francisco Giants legend and Hall of Famer Willie McCovey passed away peacefully Wednesday afternoon at the age of 80 after losing his battle with ongoing health issues.
Following the announcement of his passing, fellow Giants legend Barry Bonds took to Twitter and penned a heartfelt message.
I HEAR YOU.
Mac, I am crying over losing you even when you told me not to. I remember asking you what I would do without all of you around. You told me when that day comes – and it will one day – to keep the tradition of Giants baseball living forever.
— Barry L Bonds (@BarryBonds) November 1, 2018
You told me to help the next generation of ball players get better. You told me to be thankful that we had so much time to spend together and talk about the love we have for the game, San Francisco, the Giants and for each other.
— Barry L Bonds (@BarryBonds) November 1, 2018
You wanted me to be happy that we had a love and friendship that will never disappear and will be in our hearts forever. Uncle Mac thank you for your mentorship and unconditional love for me and my family. You will be dearly missed.
— Barry L Bonds (@BarryBonds) November 1, 2018
Rest in peace, Uncle Willie McCovey. I love you. pic.twitter.com/7cWguIR6SD
— Barry L Bonds (@BarryBonds) November 1, 2018
