The mayor of San Francisco, the Giants, declared February 5, 2025, "Barry Bonds Day" in honor of the legendary No. 25

Last year, the San Francisco Giants and the City of San Francisco honored the team's iconic Willie Mays with a special date on the calendar.

Former Mayor London Breed has declared February 4, 2024 (2/4/24) as "Willie Mays Day" in memory of the Hall of Famer, who passed away last June at the age of 93.

Speaking at the official announcement ceremony at San Francisco City Hall, Mays' godson, legendary striker Barry Bonds, noted that the following year will usher in another once-in-a-century day: February 5, 2025 (2/5/25).

On Wednesday, when the day arrived, Bond appeared at City Hall with San Francisco's new mayor, Daniel Lurie, who declared February 5, 2025, "Barry Bond Day" in San Francisco.

"I am honored to receive the endorsement and announcement from Mayor Lurie and the City and County of San Francisco," Bonds said in a statement. Today is not only a celebration of my 22-year career, but also a tribute to the fans and community who have supported me and cheered me on over the years. On this special day of 2/5/25, I am proud to remember that I have always worn the number 25 shirt in this city I love, in front of so many fans who are like family. ”

The Giants plan to light up Oracle Field with orange lights as part of the celebration of Bonds. Bonds has worn the number 25 shirt throughout his 15 years with his hometown team.

Larry Bell, president and CEO of the Giants, said in a statement: "It's fitting that we're honoring another of the greatest 'Forever Giants' of all time after a year and one day of citywide celebrations for his godfather. 2/5/25 is an opportunity to pay tribute to one of the greatest players of all time and thank Mayor Lurie for recognizing not only Barry's unparalleled accomplishments on the court, but also his profound impact on the San Francisco community. ”

Barry Bonds is a seven-time National League Most Valuable Player (MVP), a 14-time All-Star, and an eight-time Golden Glove Award. He holds several MLB all-time records, including home runs (762) and a run (2,558), and is the only player to achieve 500 home runs and 500 stolen bases.

Bonds spent the first seven years of his career with the Pittsburgh Buccaneers and signed with the Giants before the 1993 season, beginning one of the greatest turning points in Giants history. His arrival transformed a team that had lost 90 games into a powerhouse that had won 103 games. That season, he batted .336, played .458 on base, batted .677 and hit 46 home runs, contributing 123 RBIs and winning the first of five National League MVPs in San Francisco. Bonds spent the final 15 seasons of his career with the Giants, batting .312/.477/.666 in 1,976 games, hitting 586 home runs and contributing 1,440 RBIs.

Although Bonds was not inducted into the Hall of Fame due to his doping association, he remains beloved in San Francisco. In 2018, the Giants retired his number 25 jersey. After retiring from the army, Bonds also gave back to the city by founding the Barry Bonds Family Foundation, which inspires, empowers, and educates African-American and disadvantaged youth in the San Francisco Bay Area through educational mentoring and outreach programs.

"Today, we celebrate Barry Bonds' contributions to the game of baseball and, more importantly, all that he has done for San Francisco," Lurie said in a statement. Not only is Barry a hero for Giants fans, he is also a role model for many young people in our community through his charitable work. After the establishment of 'Willie Mays Day' on February 4, 2024, it is fitting that February 5, 2025 will become 'Barry Bonds Day'. ”