Rickey Henderson declared his own greatness and gave permission to do the same
His snatch catch was so cool. Rickey Henderson would take a routine fly ball, usually one of baseball’s most yawn-inducing endeavors, and turn it into a showcase. A flex. Of his elite hand-eye coordination.
Rickey Henderson and 2024’s Lineup of Departed Baseball Greats
The last time I saw Rickey Henderson was late September in the Athletics’ clubhouse as the last, sad homestand at the Oakland Coliseum wound down to its final game. I’d known him since 1979 when he was brought up to the big leagues in his first run with the A’s.
MLB’s all-time stolen base leader Rickey Henderson dead at age 65
Major League Baseball’s all-time stolen base leader Rickey Henderson died at the age of 65, according to his family, per the Athletics. Henderson passed away on Friday, according to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, baseball’s stolen base king, has died at 65
Baseball Hall of Famer and stolen base king Rickey Henderson has died. He was 65. Known as baseball’s “Man of Steal,” Henderson had a lengthy list of accolades and accomplishments over his nomadic 25-year career.
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Column: The day when Rickey Henderson belted a baseball photographer
Like you, I seldom slow down enough to reflect on the past, at least not in a deep way. But every now and then the past finds us, doesn’t it?
Rickey Henderson, a HOFer even without the steals. Plus 6 key MLB free agents
This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. Farewell to Rickey Henderson — one of baseball’s truly unique characters, and a singular talent. Plus: It’s first-base musical chairs time in baseball,
Reactions to the death of baseball’s stolen base king Rickey Henderson
The baseball community mourns the death of stolen base king Rickey Henderson. Henderson died on Friday at the age of 65.
Goodbye to Rickey Henderson
There are so many great stories to tell about Rickey Henderson. Many of them mention “cockiness” or “showboating” right off the bat, which is a putdown Rickey heard many times during his career. Who cares?
Rickey Henderson was far from MLB’s greatest baserunner
A week after Rickey Henderson’s death, enough of the notion-as-fact nonsense. He was not the “greatest baserunner in history.”
All-time stolen base leader Rickey Henderson dies at 65
Rickey Henderson, a 10-time All-Star and the all-time stolen base leader, died on Friday after a bout with pneumonia, multiple outlets reported. He was 65. Henderson played 25 seasons in
Remember A’s Rickey Henderson not just for his feats, but how he lived and loved baseball
Rickey Henderson loved baseball. I mean, he loved baseball. He loved baseball so much that I used to imagine him missing his Hall of Fame induction ceremony because he had a game. Rickey played until he was 46,
Rickey Henderson’s daughter addresses reports of false funeral service
Henderson’s daughter, Alexis, confirmed that there will not be a funeral service at the Paramount Theatre on Sunday ...
Dave Winfield, Mike Piazza and the baseball world mourn death of Rickey Henderson: ‘One of my favorite teammates’
Henderson’s former Yankee teammate, Dave Winfield, took to Instagram to share his condolences. “I still cannot believe I’ve ...
Former NBA Forward Reveals Regret After Meeting Late MLB Legend Rickey Henderson
Former forward Matt Barnes is an NBA player who knows just how good Henderson was back in his playing days. It takes a lot in ...
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Baseball world reacts to passing of Rickey Henderson
As news of the passing of baseball legend Rickey Henderson spread Saturday, former teammates, players and others affiliated with the game expressed their condolences and shared their memories.
Rickey Henderson's lifelong friend Dave Stewart 'can't wrap my head around' death
Both raised in Oakland, Rickey Henderson and Dave Stewart reunited to win a World Series title for the Athletics.
Tom Krasovic: Rickey Henderson turbocharged Padres’ offense during 2 stints with club
Rickey Henderson was at his incandescent best when playing for the Oakland A’s and New York Yankees. His two tenures with the ...
From Rickey Henderson to Johnny and Matty Gaudreau, remembering those we lost in 2024 and all they brought us
Watch as he strides to the plate, folding himself into his signature crouch, ready to torment his opponent. Think of the ...
Former Seattle Mariners All-Star Tells Incredible Story of Phone Call with Rickey Henderson
He is baseball's all-time leader in stolen bases (1,406) and runs scored (2,295). He spent part of the 2000 season with the ...