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.
Rickey Henderson, Baseball’s Flamboyant ‘Man of Steal,’ Dies at 65
Widely regarded as the greatest leadoff hitter in baseball history, he was not just one of the game’s most exciting players but also one of its most eccentric.
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.
Baseball World Reacts to Rickey Henderson's Shocking Death
Teammates, friends, and fellow Baseball Hall of Famers reacted in mourning Saturday to the shocking news of Rickey Henderson's death at age 65.
How Rickey Henderson helped launch USA TODAY Baseball Weekly
The first issue of Baseball Weekly, now Sports Weekly, arrived in April 1991. Interviewing Rickey Henderson was crucial. It almost didn't happen.
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.
Rickey Henderson’s Kids: The Late Baseball Star’s Children
Learn more about the late MLB legend’s family. Rickey Henderson was a legend on the baseball field, but he was a father and husband first and foremost. The athlete, who played for nine teams including the Oakland Athletics,
Rickey Henderson lauded by teammates and foes throughout baseball: ‘Simply the best’
Well known as a great player, less known that he was a great and popular teammate as well,” said longtime manager Tony La Russa.
Baseball Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson Dies at 65
Baseball's all-time leader in stolen bases and runs scored was one of the game's most electric player over 25 major league seasons.
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.”
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Running Rickey: Henderson set a new standard for leadoff hitters
One of the first big baseball moments I can remember from my childhood is when Rickey Henderson broke Lou Brock's all-time ...
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 ...
Rickey Henderson's Family, Athletics Share Statements on Death of Baseball Legend
Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder Rickey Henderson died on Friday at the age of 65, the Henderson family confirmed on Saturday ...
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 ...