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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29
How Yankees’ Paul Goldschmidt can join Rickey Henderson, other former stars in MLB history vs. Red Sox
Paul Goldschmidt could enter a remarkable group before the New York Yankees even take their first swing against the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night. If
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24
Nick Kurtz passes Rickey Henderson in Athletics history vs. Padres
Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz just keeps on doing it. With his single in the top of the third inning in Sunday’s series finale against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park in San Diego, Kurtz has finally surpassed the great Rickey Henderson on the franchise’s all-time list for most consecutive games of reaching base at least once.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / April 24
A's Announce 2026 Hall of Fame Class
The Athletics Hall of Fame class for 2026 has been announced, and there are some great memories associated with this year's list. The A's announced today that center fielder Dave Henderson, second baseman Mark Ellis, pitcher John “Blue Moon” Odom and executive Sandy Alderson will be inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday Sept.
The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz
How many of the National League Cy Young Award winners since 1967 can you name in seven minutes?
The offseason needs for every MLB team
Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12
Red Sox's Braiden Ward Makes Good on 'Rickey Henderson' Stolen Base Promise
Braiden Ward is fast, and that speed applies to his abilities on the basepaths as well as his ability to win over Boston Red Sox fans. In the middle of a great showing in spring training, Ward had tied the major league high since at least 2006 with 16 stolen bases (via Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald).
Athletics News / Dice City Sports / March 3
Athletics Opening Day countdown: Rickey Henderson is best No. 24 in A’s history
24 days remain until Athletics Opening Day at the Toronto Blue Jays on March 27, 2026. With Las Vegas on the horizon, this daily countdown tracks the best A’s players by jersey number.
Saddaversary: “Man Of Steal” Stolen Too Soon 
Somewhere in heaven Rickey Henderson is jerking a bag from its moorings while Bill King describes the moment. Back here on earth we are still stunned that the greatest Athletic in Oakland’s history is no longer with us.
Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / October 12, 2025
About Last Night: The birthday boys
In honor of Lookout Landing staff writer Grant Bronsdon, whose birthday it is today, whom I have shared countless games with dating back to Rickey Henderson’s year in Seattle, who will for the first time in franchise history will have Seattle Mariners baseball to watch on his birthday… two stories, of two birthdays.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 20, 2025
Royals' Trade Deadline Pickup Accomplishes Feat Only Matched By Rickey Henderson
The Kansas City Royals are rolling, and it's due in large part to the new tone that's been set at the top of their lineup. Outfielder Mike Yastrzemski, who arrived in a July 31 trade with the San Francisco Giants, has been batting leadoff for the Royals against right-handed pitchers.
Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 19, 2025
Former Seattle Mariners Legend Rickey Henderson Gets Company in Rare Baseball History
The Kansas City Royals acquired outfielder Mike Yastrzemski from the San Francisco Giants on July 31, and the outfielder has had a historic stretch with his new team.
25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027
The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.
Athletics News / Fastball on SI / August 19, 2025
Mike Yastrzemski Joins Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson in Rare History
The Kansas City Royals won again on Monday night, beating the Texas Rangers 4-3 at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals are now 64-61, and they've crept into the playoff race again.
Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19, 2025
Mike Yastrzemski’s power puts him in wild Rickey Henderson club
When the Kansas City Royals added Mike Yastrzemski at the trade deadline, they expected stellar outfield defense. Kansas City probably did not anticipate a power binge from the seventh-year veteran.
Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 16, 2025
Blue Jays starter Chris Bassitt clowns Alejandro Kirk with Rickey Henderson quip
Alejandro Kirk has done plenty of memorable things in his big-league career, but Friday night at Rogers Centre brought something entirely new: speed. In
San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 21, 2025
Giants’ Rafael Devers reaches Rickey Henderson territory after HR vs. Red Sox
The Major League Baseball trade deadline is one of the most exciting parts of the season. This year, however, the Boston Red Sox did not wait to kick things off, sending Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 1, 2025
Athletics pay perfect homage to Rickey Henderson in Sacramento opener
The Athletics, as the club is known for now, made their home opener at the Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California on Monday against the visiting Chicago Cubs.
Athletics News / Seattle Mariners on SI / March 28, 2025
Seattle Mariners Honor Family of Late Rickey Henderson Before Opening Day
SEATTLE - The Seattle Mariners beat the Athletics 4-2 on Thursday night to start the season off on a positive note. The M's offense was listless through the first six innings, but they got a run in the seventh and three in the eighth to secure the victory.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 25, 2025
MLB Team Announces Plans to Honor Rickey Henderson in 2025 Home Opener
A move to Sacramento won’t stop the Athletics from honoring arguably the greatest player in Oakland A's history. The Athletics announced Monday that every player and coach will wear longtime outfielder Rickey Henderson’s No.
MLB News / Athletics on SI / February 24, 2025
A's Honor Rickey Henderson in Return to Mesa
Ahead of Saturday's game against the visiting Colorado Rockies, the Sacramento-bound Athletics all donned black shirts with Rickey Henderson's smiliing face on them.
Seattle Mariners News / Athletics on SI / February 3, 2025
Seattle Mariners Hall of Famer on the Impact of Rickey Henderson
Seattle Mariners legend and Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. made his MLB debut on April 3, 1989 against the A's in Oakland. While there was a Henderson in the lineup that day, it wasn't Rickey, but instead centerfielder Dave Henderson batting second for the Athletics.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 30, 2024
Remembering five MLB legends we lost in 2024
A number of former Major League Baseball players passed away in 2024. Here are five who changed the game during their individual times on the diamond.
The 'First ballot Baseball Hall of Famers' quiz
Including the most recent class, 56 MLB players have been elected to Cooperstown in the first year they were eligible. How many of the 56 can you name in six minutes?
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 22, 2024
Rickey Henderson died after bout with pneumonia
The news of Rickey Henderson’s death stunned the sports world on Saturday, and there is now some more information regarding what happened to the Hall of Famer.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 21, 2024
Five greatest moments for Rickey Henderson
Rickey Henderson's 25 years in the majors were filled with highlights. Here are the five greatest moments in his career.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26, 2024
A's Hall of Famer has unusual reaction to team leaving Oakland
The A’s did put together a pretty nice farewell for their final game in Oakland, but the sadness and anger from fans will not be going away anytime soon.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 20, 2024
With Willie Mays gone, who is baseball's greatest living player?
With Willie Mays gone, who is baseball's greatest living legend?
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 13, 2023
Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr. equals HOFer with this latest feat
Amid an MVP-caliber season, Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. continued his historic season by equaling Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson with his latest feat Sunday against the Mets.
Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / April 30, 2020
May 1 in sports history: Seventh heaven for 'Big Tex'
On this date in 1991, Rangers right-hander Nolan Ryan threw the seventh and final no-hitter of his career. He holds the MLB record for career no-hitters, three more than Sandy Koufax.
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