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What happened to Willie Mays in 1972?
In May 1972, 41-year-old Willie Mays was traded to the Mets for pitcher Charlie Williams.
Why was Willie Mays traded to the Mets
The Giants franchise was losing money. Owner Horace Stoneham could not guarantee Willie Mays a pension after retirement and the Mets offered Mays a coaching position upon his retirement.

Question: what position did he play
Self-contained rewrite: What position did Willie Mays play for the Mets?