William McCovey Jr. was one of the most iconic figures in American baseball history, renowned for his towering power, humble personality, and lasting influence on the San Francisco Giants. Born on 10 January 1938 in the city of Mobile in Alabama, McCovey grew up in humble surroundings to become one of the greatest first basemen the sport has ever k

William McCovey Jr. was among the most legendary names in American baseball history, celebrated for his towering power, humble personality, and lasting influence on the San Francisco Giants. Born on 10 January 1938 in the city of Mobile in Alabama, McCovey rose from modest beginnings to become a Hall of Fame first baseman the sport has ever known.