From the Polo Grounds to Oracle Park, the San Francisco Giants have carried a tradition built on iconic moments and unforgettable names. Each generation has had its own heroes who defined what it meant to wear orange and black.
The franchise’s story is written in power swings, brilliant gloves and pitchers who turned games into folklore. Some MLB players became legends instantly, others left their mark across steady, remarkable careers.
In tracing this legacy, a select 25 stand out as pillars of the Giants history. They are the icons who shaped the diamond, elevated the franchise, and built a legacy that remains as enduring as the team’s colors.
Willie Mays
Few athletes transcend their sport the way Willie Mays did. Known simply as “The Say Hey Kid,” he was more than a five-tool player