Willie McCovey "Stretch Classic" (c.1969) San Francisco Giants Premium Poster - Photofile Inc. Orioles Team Logo Posters And Pennants A third-round pick in the

A third-round pick in the 1971 draft

With the giant flag unfurled across the outfield

Show your Angels pride

to the primitive dugout

no one expected what was to come next - a change-up right out over the plate

Willie McCovey "Stretch Classic" (c.1969) San Francisco Giants Premium Poster - Photofile Inc. Orioles Team Logo Posters And Pennants A third-round pick in theAll hail the legendary Stretch! One of the greatest left handed hitters in history, Willie McCovey's long career included a Rookie of the Year award in the 1950s, an MVP award in the 1960s, and a Comeback Player of the Year award in the 1970s. Always a fan favorite at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, Willie headed straight to the Hall of Fame upon eligibility in 1986, and will forever hold a place in the hearts of Giants fans everywhere. Printed in