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Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24 as Old-Timers' Day returns
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Mets to retire No. 24 jersey formerly worn by Hall of Famer Willie Mays
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Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24 as Old-Timers' Day returns
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Mets retire Willie Mays' No. 24 as Old-Timers' Day returns
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