Padres Slow Dodgers Pennant Train Sep 10, 2008
1 Barry Bonds 1591 2 Frank Thomas 851 3 Hank Aaron 832 T4 Rickey Henderson 763 T4 Frank Robinson 763 6 Manny Ramirez 751 T7 Alex Rodriguez 680 T7 Jeff Bagwell 680 9 Jim... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
2-4-6-8, winning by one would be really great Sep 10, 2008
In 1982, Rickey Henderson broke Brock's record with 130. COMPILED BY BILL SUDA AND KIRK KENNEY FROM NEWS SERVICES AND ONLINE REPORTS. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
In extras, Cubs lose fourth straight Sep 3, 2008
He leads active players in career leadoff homers and ranks third all-time behind Rickey Henderson (81) and Craig Biggio (53). DeRosa led off the fourth by going deep to left, and Soto, who fell a triple shy of a cycle, homered to center one out later. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Arroyo leads Reds to sweep of Giants Sep 1, 2008
"Dusty gives me opportunities I don't think he gives to other pitchers. They think I'm Rickey Henderson now.". Later in the inning, Cain issued a bases-loaded walk to Jay Bruce, making the score 3-1. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Brewers may have right mix Aug 31, 2008
After looking through it, who makes you say, "He didn't make it?": C Terry Steinbach, 1B Mark McGwire, 2B Mark Ellis, SS Bert Campaneris, 3B Carney Lansford, OF Joe Rudi, OF Reggie Jackson, OF Rickey Henderson, DH Dave Kingman, SP Vida Blue, SP Dave Stewart, SP Jim "Catfish" Hunter, closer Dennis Eckersley, manager Tony La Russa. The omission: Hall of Fame manager Dick Williams, who won two world championships. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Where are they now? Steve Finley Aug 30, 2008
"I got to play with some great players," Finley said, reeling off a list that included Ken Caminiti, Tony Gwynn and Rickey Henderson, among others. "We had a great bunch of guys with a lot of us playing together for four years, [ending with the trip] to the World Series in '98. It was a great team for those four years.". (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
A's Announce 40th Anniversary Team Aug 29, 2008
Headlining the list are three members of Baseballs Hall of Famepitchers Jim Catfish Hunter and Dennis Eckersley and outfielder Reggie Jacksonand other possible future Hall of Fame selections, including outfielder Rickey Henderson, Major League Baseballs all-time leader in runs scored and stolen bases who is eligible for Cooperstown next year. who owns the Oakland record for career home runs (68) by a second baseman and also set a then-Major League record for fielding... (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Ellis named to A's 40th anniversary squad Aug 29, 2008
Joining Ellis on the team were catcher Terry Steinbach, first baseman Mark McGwire, third baseman Carney Lansford, shortstop Bert Campaneris, outfielders Rickey Henderson, Reggie Jackson and Joe Rudi, designated hitter Dave Kingman, pitchers Catfish Hunter, Vida Blue and Dave Stewart, closer Dennis Eckersley and manager Tony La Russa. Geoff Lepper is a contributor to MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Baseball Today Aug 22, 2008
Ryan began the night needing six strikeouts and fanned Rickey Henderson swinging, leading off the fifth inning, for the record. 1998 _ Mark McGwire set a major league record for most home runs in three consecutive seasons, connecting for his 52nd homer of 1998 in the first inning of the St. Louis Cardinals' 14-4 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jimmie's 'hit list' didn't include the outside wall Aug 22, 2008
Rickey Henderson, who struck out swinging on a 96-mph fastball. COMPILED BY BILL SUDA FROM NEWS SERVICES, ONLINE REPORTS. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Local Teams Today Aug 22, 2008
Ryan fans Rickey Henderson swinging on a 3-2, 96 mph fastball for No. 5,000. 1993 -- The United States sets the world record in the 1,600-meter relay at the World Track and Field championships. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Frazier puts money where his trust is Aug 21, 2008
"I'm hoping they see what Cory Hall is doing and see that there is a need," says Cory Hall, who like Rickey Henderson, occasionally gives himself a third-person mention. "Hopefully, I don't know, people will see it and they'll be on board and give back as well.". (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Mets hold on for fifth straight win Aug 17, 2008
The club record in that Rickey Henderson category already was Reyes. The home run, his 13th this season, made this the seventh game in nine in which the Mets have scored in the first inning. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Mets mailbag: Hot for Trot in September? Aug 12, 2008
Rickey Henderson was the highest profile case. Whatever happened to Mookie Wilson's son, Preston. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
McCann powers000028CC Braves Aug 10, 2008
But watching the bulky All-Star catcher act like he was Rickey Henderson provided entertainment and proved he hasn't stopped playing simply because his team's postseason hopes are seemingly dead. "With the weight he carries, he might not be the fastest guy," Jair Jurrjens said. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Counting down to Shea finale by unis Aug 6, 2008
With a nod to Rickey Henderson, Willie is the Mets' No. 24, too. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Lowell returns to Red Sox's lineup Aug 6, 2008
"I don't think J.D. has any aspirations of becoming the next Rickey Henderson," said Francona. "But he's doing it, kind of for the good of our team, which I appreciate. And I actually don't want him to hit first the whole year. In the meantime, for right now, it gives us the best chance to win. That's really all it is. I'm not trying to shake him up. Just trying to have some balance and get some guys on base that, for when the middle of the order comes up, we have the most guys on base.". (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Chavez Done For Season; Headed For Surgery Aug 5, 2008
Chavez has played in 11 seasons with the A's, tied for third all-time for an player with Terry Steinbach and only trailing Rickey Henderson (14) and Mark McGwire (12). He leads all Oakland players with 273 career doubles and is fifth all-time in Oakland history in hits with 1,247. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Alex BelthINSIDE BASEBALL Aug 3, 2008
David Wells made his first Old Timer's appearance, so did Rickey Henderson and Don Baylor, and Willie Randolph returned and received a huge ovation. "It's good to be home," said Randolph. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Yanks greats gather for Old-Timers' Day Aug 3, 2008
"It's exciting, you know?" Rickey Henderson said. "This is my first one and it's something different -- to be able to play with all of your teammates and enjoy a special day. This is the last time I'll ever play in this ballpark and this is one of the oldest ballparks that I'll ever play in, so it's an honor to be invited back.". (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Henderson in awe of all the Old Timers Aug 3, 2008
But for Rickey Henderson, it might as well be in another country ... "I probably want be remembered that if you saw Rickey Henderson play, you know deep inside in his heart he really loved the game," he said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Root Beer Float Day a blast for all Jul 31, 2008
Away from the Dreyer's ice cream and MUG root beer tables sat Oakland great Rickey Henderson, who signed autographs and posed for pictures with fans, including one sporting a shirt with an image of Rickey doing what Rickey did best in Oakland -- stealing a base. "Great shirt, man," A's broadcaster and former player Shooty Babbitt told the young fellow. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Mets mailbag: Should Endy play more? Jul 29, 2008
I thought the promotion -- the 1999 "Turn Ahead The Clock" promotion in which the Mets decided to make their team play on another planet and have a roster filled with aliens (if I remember correctly, the image of Rickey Henderson on the scoreboard had three eyes) -- was most forgettable (by the way, Rickey did have a third eye. Robin Ventura told him that was why he walked so often. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Emotional day as Gossage, Williams enter Hall of Fame Jul 28, 2008
2009: Mark Grace, Rickey Henderson, Matt Williams. 2010: Roberto Alomar, Barry Larkin, Edgar Martinez, Fred McGriff. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Rangers have list, but deals unlikely Jul 27, 2008
Rickey Henderson, Kenny Lofton and Tim Raines are all retired. "This is only a wish list," Washington said. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
A's Chavez frustrated by injured shoulder Jul 26, 2008
Chavez is in the fourth year of a six-year contract extension and has racked up more seasons in Oakland than any other player in A's history besides Rickey Henderson (14), Mark McGwire (12) and Terry Steinbach (11). Whether he can keep climbing those ranks, though, remains in doubt. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
'Crash' Radmanovich content with his lot Jul 26, 2008
In 2001, he was one of the last cuts of the San Diego Padres out of spring training, after the organization signed future Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson. The Patriots, based in Bridgewater County, N.J., play in an independent league where teams are composed of unaffiliated players who earn an average of $1,500 (U.S.) a month to a maximum of $3,000 a month. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Yankees Old-Timers' Day set for Aug. 2 Jul 23, 2008
Baseball's all-time stolen base leader, Rickey Henderson, will also make his first Old-Timers' Day appearance at Yankee Stadium, along with current pitching coach Dave Eiland, former manager Buck Showalter and former coach Jeff Torborg. The first-timers are rounded out by Don Baylor, Tony Fernandez, Wayne Tolleson and current YES Network broadcaster Al Leiter. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
No shortage in summer highlights Jul 19, 2008
The can't-miss prospects seen at Thurman Field the last 30 years: Rickey Henderson, Kirby Puckett, Jose Offerman, Miguel Tejada, Tim Hudson and Evan Longoria. What's next this summer, you ask. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Celizic: Derby adds another Yankee Stadium memory Jul 15, 2008
Derek Jeter was back and to the right, in the same neighborhood Rickey Henderson used to inhabit. The managers office is a cramped little concrete bunker across from the washers and dryers. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Team identity Jul 13, 2008
Oakland Athletics: LF Rickey Henderson, 1979-84, 1989-93, 1994-95, 1998. He's the all-time leader with 1,406 stolen bases and 2,295 runs scored and is second in walks (2,190). (USA Today -- Sports)
Ichiro looks to stay in lineup regularly Jul 13, 2008
Reed's two-run double. KANSAS CITY -- Don't expect Ichiro Suzuki to sit out more games anytime soon, this series against Kansas City or any in the near future. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Five Ways to Improve the Arizona Diamondbacks Jul 13, 2008
The Diamondbacks have to stop looking at Chris Young and seeing Rickey Henderson, and start looking at him and seeing. Want a cure for an anemic offense. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Crawford steals 300th base vs. Royals Jul 8, 2008
At age 26, Crawford became just the ninth player since 1900 to reach 300 steals before the age of 27 joining an elite list that includes: Rickey Henderson, Ty Cobb, Tim Raines, Vince Coleman, Cesar Cedeno, Clyde Milan, Eddie Collins and Sherry Magee. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Lost Mariners Jul 2, 2008
In '95, when we added Andy Benes and Vince Coleman, and in 2000, strange as it was, when we added Rickey Henderson and won the wild card. Those were critical times. (CBS News)
Manager changes may affect fantasy Jun 26, 2008
Led by the trade deadline acquisition of Rickey Henderson, Gaston's Jays led the AL in steals in their title-winning 1993 season. This year's Jays were among the least efficient teams in the major leagues in terms of stolen-base percentage. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rollins grew up wanting to be another Rickey Henderson Jun 26, 2008
As a kid, Rollins was a Rickey Henderson fan and played ball throughout Oakland, dreaming of following in Henderson's footsteps to the big leagues. Sometimes, the dreams became surreal. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ziegler's bullpen success gives manager latitude Jun 22, 2008
The A's have not provided uniforms to fans who catch home run balls, even for milestone homers by Mark McGwire and Rickey Henderson. Longtime A's employees said the rookie's offer was more than fair. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Mets name Manuel interim manager Jun 17, 2008
Previously the team's catching instructor, Nieto took over first-base coach duties from Rickey Henderson in January. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Emmylou Harris Explains What She 'Intended' Jun 17, 2008
And while Harris has performed with greats from Parsons to Parton (Dolly's on the track "Gold" on the new album), she bubbles with girlish enthusiasm about the day she sang "God Bless America" at a 2001 World Series game in Arizona, where she met Ray Charles and Rickey Henderson for the first time. SHARE BOX Show your support. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Second-rounder Ross officially in the fold Jun 13, 2008
OAKLAND -- Tyson Ross was born and raised in the East Bay Area, played his high school ball at Oakland's Bishop O'Dowd, grew up idolizing Rickey Henderson and matriculated to nearby University of California, where he became a two-time All-Pac-10 performer. Did he really need to be asked how it felt to be wearing green and gold Thursday before the A's took on the Yankees in the finale of a three-game series. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Willis back home, back in rotation Jun 3, 2008
"The A's are a big reason I picked up a baseball. They have a big influence in the community, and they do a lot of positive things. There's something about those white uniforms. I grew up going to A's games and watching Rickey Henderson. And like I've said before, if it wasn't for Dave Stewart, I would've never picked up a baseball. It's a blessing. "They've always had a good team. The guys always played hard. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Guillen has fun in left field vs. Mariners Jun 2, 2008
Before the game, he joked with reporters with his impersonation of his former Mariners teammate, Rickey Henderson, catching a ball in the outfield. Nobody knew he would take that to the field on a play. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Ninth-inning rally leads Tigers to win Jun 2, 2008
Guillen moved to left field for his first time in his career and actually had fun, doing his best Rickey Henderson impersonation. Just past the midway point of a 10-day, nine-game West Coast trip, it was big enough that Leyland stopped just short of mentioning momentum. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Abreu crucial to Yanks' hitting success May 31, 2008
Abreu's select company includes Willie Mays, Rickey Henderson, Ryne Sandberg, Joe Morgan, Paul Molitor, Andre Dawson, Steve Finley, Craig Biggio, Vada Pinson and Roberto Alomar. Then again, maybe big names aren't as impressive to Abreu as one might think, considering he hits in front of one future Hall of Famer on a daily basis. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Reynolds representing Mariners at Draft May 21, 2008
next month has the distinction of being the only player other than Rickey Henderson to lead the American League in stolen bases from 1980 through 1991. The year was 1987. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Kinsler's steals are under the radar May 18, 2008
To put it in perspective, many of the elite base-stealers of the past two decades, including Rickey Henderson, Vince Coleman, Carl Crawford, Jose Reyes, Ichiro Suzuki and Kenny Lofton, all had or have career success percentages between 79 and 83 percent. Kinsler said his success is about knowing when to run. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Lilly pitches Cubs over Padres, 6-5, at Wrigley May 16, 2008
Soriano has 46 career leadoff homers, third in major league history behind Rickey Henderson (81) and Craig Biggio (53). He has homered in three straight games. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Soriano, Lilly lead000026CC Cubs past Padres May 15, 2008
He connected against defending NL Cy Young winner Jake Peavy (4-3) for his sixth homer this season, and 46th career first-inning leadoff blast, most among active players and third all-time behind Rickey Henderson (81) and Craig Biggio (53). Fukudome, who had faced Peavy in the World Baseball Classic, doubled to start the Chicago second. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Maddux will pitch -- will Edmonds hit? May 15, 2008
The Official Site of The Chicago Cubs: News: Maddux will pitch -- will Edmonds hit. 05/15/2008 12:22 AM ET Maddux will pitch -- will Edmonds hit. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Notebook: A need for speed May 6, 2008
Even Rich Aurilia has one, and when he stole it, he jokingly pretended to lift the base over his head a la Rickey Henderson. The question for the Giants is not if they are going to go, but when. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Griffey bats second in new Reds lineup May 4, 2008
Ken Griffey Jr. last batted second exactly three years ago, on 00004000 May 3, 2005. Phillips' RBI single. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Barmes' venison fall tops odd injury list Apr 23, 2008
"Reality Bites," by Rickey Henderson, Unknown team and year. There are plenty of grand tales of "Rickey being Rickey" -- the original "Manny Being Manny," by the way -- and this ranks up at the top of the list, along with the false John Olerud story, which is an entirely different column in itself. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
A's announcer does his bit for Oakland schools Apr 22, 2008
Rickey Henderson, Frank Robinson, Vada Pinson, Curt Flood and Joe Morgan are among those who played in the OAL.. "You reach a certain age where you feel like there is more you can do, and especially because of the history of baseball in Oakland, this seemed like the right way to go," said Korach, who has worked for the club for 13 years. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Phils' Jenkins bats leadoff for first time Apr 14, 2008
"They say you can see something in this game you've never seen. I just saw it. But hey, we have a glitch in the system right now. A few guys are banged up and we have to pick up the slack. That's what good teams do. "I'm Rickey Henderson. " is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
New big unit in the game Apr 13, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Rays' Crawford now in elite company Apr 12, 2008
That list includes Ty Cobb, Cesar Cedeno, Sherry Magee, Roberto Alomar, Eddie Collins, Tim Raines and Rickey Henderson. "Yeah, any time you've got a chance to reach a milestone like that, it's pretty nice," Crawford said. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Crawford muses on hitting milestone Apr 11, 2008
That list includes Ty Cobb, Cesar Cedeno, Sherry Magee, Roberto Alomar, Eddie Collins, Tim Raines and Rickey Henderson. Of Crawford's 996 hits, 74 are triples. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Hunter has admirers from afar Apr 9, 2008
Rickey Henderson, he was one of those special guys. Then when I came to Cleveland, I was playing against Minnesota all the time in the same [Central Division], and I found out what a positive guy Torii is. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Shea on Baseball Apr 6, 2008
Rickey Henderson walks in all four of his plate appearances. Four months later, everybody walks - the players go on strike for 232 days. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Korach, A's begin charity for school teams Apr 5, 2008
" Donations don't have to come in the form of per-win pledges, though. "We'll take anything," Korach said. He said his efforts also were inspired by Oakland's Interleague series against the Cincinnati Reds last season. "It got me thinking about the great tradition of baseball in Oakland," he said. "Frank Robinson, Joe Morgan, Vada Pinson, Curt Flood, Dave Stewart, Rickey Henderson. all of those guys are from Oakland. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Shaping the Rangers #2: Nolan Ryan Mar 31, 2008
But although the Rangers slumped in the second half of the season and failed to reach the playoffs, Ryan brought the home crowd to its feet on August 22nd by fanning Rickey Henderson for his 5,000th strikeout. A year later, Ryan again reached history against Henderson and the Oakland Athletics by picking up his 6th no-hitter. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Readers react to all-time Giants column Mar 30, 2008
-- Rickey Henderson sets the steals record, then proclaims himself the "greatest of all time"7. -- Catfish Hunter's perfect game on May 8, 19686. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Oakland A's History: Six Spring Roster Cuts Mar 15, 2008
The A's fully expected Woods to be part of their outfield corps of Rickey Henderson, Mike Davis and Dwayne Murphy for the 1983 season, but it wasnt to be. Woods was released by the A's on March 28th, 1983. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
In the lab: Piniella runs tests on Cubs lineup Mar 15, 2008
The list of exceptional leadoff men includes Bobby Bonds and Rickey Henderson, who could both run and show power. With the concerns about Soriano's legs, the question remains: Will he ever steal 40 bases again. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
