Bill Terry was a legendary first baseman and manager for the Giants, best known for his incredible hitting. He remains the last National League player to hit over .400 in a season (.401 in 1930). As a player-manager, he led the team to a World Series title in 1933.
Mel Ott was one of the greatest sluggers in baseball history, spending his entire 22-year career with the Giants. The Hall of Famer hit 511 home runs and was known for his iconic high leg kick at the plate. He later managed the team as well.
Nicknamed “The Meal Ticket,” Carl Hubbell was a dominant left-handed pitcher for the Giants. A two-time MVP, he is most famous for striking out five future Hall of Famers in a row during the 1934 All-Star Game.
Monte Irvin was a trailblazer who helped break baseball’s color barrier. A key member of the Giants’ 1951 pennant-winning team, he also played a vital role in their 1954 World Series championship. He was later inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Considered one of the greatest players in baseball history, Willie Mays dazzled with his power, speed, and defense. A 24-time All-Star and two-time MVP, Mays made “The Catch” in the 1954 World Series, a play that remains one of the sport’s most iconic moments.
Barry Bonds is baseball’s all-time home run leader (762) and won seven MVP awards—more than any player in history. His dominance at the plate, particularly during his record-breaking 73-home-run season in 2001, made him one of the most feared hitters of all time.
Juan Marichal was a masterful pitcher known for his high leg kick and pinpoint control. He was a 10-time All-Star and the first Dominican player inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Orlando Cepeda was one of the most powerful hitters of his era, earning Rookie of the Year honors in 1958. A key figure in Giants history, he was later inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Willie McCovey was one of the most feared left-handed sluggers of all time. The Hall of Famer hit 521 home runs and was known for his towering shots into "McCovey Cove" beyond right field at Oracle Park.
Gaylord Perry was one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball history and a key figure for the San Francisco Giants. Known for his mastery of the spitball (before it was banned), Perry baffled hitters with his deceptive pitches and incredible control.
The San Francisco Giants retired Will Clark’s #22 on July 30, 2022, in honor of his contributions to the franchise.
Will Clark, also known as "Will the Thrill," was a fan favorite and one of the most consistent hitters for the Giants during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Playing first base, he was a six-time All-Star, a Gold Glove winner, and a Silver Slugger recipient. Clark played a key role in leading the Giants to the 1989 National League pennant.
