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    RickeyHenderson

    • Left Fielder
    • Birthdate
      25/12/1958
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Left
    • Birthplace
      Chicago, IL

    Career Stats

    • AVG
      .279
      HR
      297
      RBI
      1115
      OPS
      .820
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      'How could anyone be better?' Teammates, managers, opponents remember Rickey Henderson

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      • Tim Kurkjian, Buster Olney
      Former Oakland Athletics player Rickey Henderson and Baseball Hall of Fame member stands near the A's dugout as the national anthem is played.
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        Rickey Henderson was -- now and forever -- the greatest leadoff hitter ever

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        • Bradford Doolittle
        Oakland Athletics' Rickey Henderson #24 kicks up dirt as he slides safely into third base against the New York Yankees during a game at Yankee Stadium circa 1981 in Bronx, New York.
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        Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds: Game Highlights

        Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds: Game Highlights

        Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds: Game Highlights
        Ohtani makes 'productive' swing progression, but no live pitching yet

        Ohtani makes 'productive' swing progression, but no live pitching yet

        - Shohei Ohtani is progressing with his swing while on the injured list, although the Los Angeles Dodgers' designated hitter has yet to face pitching or...
        Astros SS Carlos Correa's comeback halted after surgery

        Astros SS Carlos Correa's comeback halted after surgery

        Houston veteran shortstop Carlos Correa's attempt to return this year from ankle surgery ended when his doctor said it could put the 31-year-old Astros infielder in jeopardy of not being ready for the start of next season.
        Dodgers closer Diaz returns from IL, available for Giants series opener

        Dodgers closer Diaz returns from IL, available for Giants series opener

        Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz has returned from a monthlong absence due to a neck injury, making him available for Friday's series opener against San Francisco.
        Jared Young to miss rest of Mets' season with concussion

        Jared Young to miss rest of Mets' season with concussion

        New York Mets first baseman Jared Young, 31, who was at home resting and recovering Friday, will miss the rest of the season because of a concussion sustained when he collided with pitcher Nolan McLean while trying to field a ground ball Thursday night.
        Passan: Yankees in flux with Aaron Judge back on IL with calf strain

        Passan: Yankees in flux with Aaron Judge back on IL with calf strain

        Passan: Yankees in flux with Aaron Judge back on IL with calf strain
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