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SAN FRANCISCO. – Dominican shortstop
Willy Adames wrote his name in the history of the San Francisco Giants by becoming the
first Dominican player to receive the Willie Mac Award, an award that recognizes the most inspiring player in the organization.
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The announcement was made this Friday, within the framework of the 45th edition of the award, established in 1980 in honor of the legend and Hall of Fame member
Willie McCovey. The distinction is awarded by vote of players, coaches, clubhouse staff and team fans.
“This is an honor for me. It means a lot that it comes from my teammates, coaches, and the fans. I am truly grateful,” expressed Adames after receiving the recognition.
Adames arrived at the Giants in the past offseason, signing a contract of
US$182 million for seven years, the largest in the history of the franchise and also the largest awarded to a shortstop in the Major Leagues.
In his debut season with San Francisco, the native of
Santiago has established himself as the team’s offensive leader, topping categories such as games played (158), runs scored (93), home runs (29), RBIs (86), walks (80), and stolen bases (12). His 29 home runs represent the highest figure for a right-handed hitter for the Giants since
Jeff Kent hit 37 in 2002.
The player was also designated in March as the
Official Commissioner of the Junior Giants for the
Giants Community Fund, reinforcing his bond with the community and the legacy of leadership that he now shares with McCovey.
With this award, Willy Adames reaffirms his immediate impact on the organization and opens a new chapter in the history of Dominican baseball in the Major Leagues.
