A ticket from the final major league game of Willie Mays, played on baseball’s biggest stage.
Why This Ticket Matters
On October 16, 1973, the New York Mets faced the Oakland Athletics at Shea Stadium in Game 3 of the World Series. Oakland won 3 to 2 in 11 innings.
The game became the final appearance of Willie Mays’ 22-season career. Mays had recorded the final hit of his career two nights earlier in Game 2 and appeared for the last time in Game 3. The Mets retired his No. 24 during an on-field ceremony earlier that season.
Mays combined power, speed, defense and instinct in a way few players ever have. This ticket marks the last time the Say Hey Kid appeared in a major league game.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: October 16, 1973
- Event: 1973 World Series Game 3
- Teams: New York Mets vs. Oakland Athletics
- Venue: Shea Stadium, New York
- Final score: Athletics 3, Mets 2 in 11 innings
- Significance: Willie Mays’ final major league game
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.
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1973 World Series Game Three, Final Game Willie Mays
A ticket from the final major league game of Willie Mays, played on baseball’s biggest stage.
Why This Ticket Matters
On October 16, 1973, the New York Mets faced the Oakland Athletics at Shea Stadium in Game 3 of the World Series. Oakland won 3 to 2 in 11 innings.
The game became the final appearance of Willie Mays’ 22-season career. Mays had recorded the final hit of his career two nights earlier in Game 2 and appeared for the last time in Game 3. The Mets retired his No. 24 during an on-field ceremony earlier that season.
Mays combined power, speed, defense and instinct in a way few players ever have. This ticket marks the last time the Say Hey Kid appeared in a major league game.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: October 16, 1973
- Event: 1973 World Series Game 3
- Teams: New York Mets vs. Oakland Athletics
- Venue: Shea Stadium, New York
- Final score: Athletics 3, Mets 2 in 11 innings
- Significance: Willie Mays’ final major league game
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.