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Rickey Henderson, TO, New York Mets
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Athletics | Henderson's number to be retired
Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:49:23 -0700
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Oakland Athletics plan to retire former MLB OF Rickey Henderson's No. 24 jersey during pregame ceremonies Saturday, Aug. 1.
MLB | Henderson willing to come back
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:58:03 -0800
Kevin Kernan, of the New York Post, reports former MLB OF Rickey Henderson said that he would be willing to make a come back for a team that is in need of his services. "...But if a club came out and said they needed a left fielder, they needed a guy to get on base and steal a few bases, they can always ring my phone and I'll come on down and help their ball club, that's how much I love the game," Henderson said. He also stated that he would like to play for the United States in the 2009 World Baseball Classic.
MLB | Two elected to Hall of Fame
Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:04:29 -0800
The MLB Network reports former MLB OF Rickey Henderson and OF Jim Rice were elected to the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame Monday, Jan. 12.
Mets | Henderson expected to be replaced
Sat, 10 Nov 2007 05:16:51 -0800
Mark Hale, of the New York Post, reports the New York Mets will look to replace Rickey Henderson on the major league coaching staff by promoting a minor league coach, such as Ken Oberkfell.
Mets | Henderson officially retired
Sat, 14 Jul 2007 11:05:45 -0700
Marty Noble and Anthony DiComo, both of NewYork.Mets.MLB.com, report with his appointment as the New York Mets first-base coach, Rickey Henderson has officially retired.
Mets | Henderson to serve as first-base coach
Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:02:45 -0700
Updating a previous report, the Associated Press reports Rickey Henderson will assume the role of first-base coach with the New York Mets.
Mets | Henderson's role still to be determined
Thu, 12 Jul 2007 18:45:31 -0700
Updating a previous item, the Associated Press' Hal Bock reports it still has not been decided if Rickey Henderson will assume the role of hitting coach for the New York Mets, although he has already been added to the coaching staff. He did not serve in the role for the game Thursday, July 12. Either Henderson or first base coach Howard Johnson will ultimately fill that role.
Mets | Henderson to replace Down as hitting coach
Thu, 12 Jul 2007 01:12:59 -0700
The Associated Press reports former major-league player Rickey Henderson is replacing Rick Down as hitting coach of the New York Mets beginning Thursday, July 12.
Mets | Henderson joins team as special instructor
Thu, 21 Jun 2007 11:56:12 -0700
Marty Noble, of NewYork.Mets.MLB.com, reports former New York Mets OF Rickey Henderson joined the team Wednesday, June 20, as a special instructor. He will remain with them for the next five days. One reason he has joined is to help SS Jose Reyes. After scoring 26 runs in April, Reyes has scored just 23 times in May and June combined. He also has just three extra-base hits since Tuesday, May 15.
Athletics | Beane may give Henderson a shot
Fri, 18 May 2007 14:24:29 -0700
ESPN.com reports Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane said that he is entertaining the idea of letting former A's OF Rickey Henderson join the team so that Henderson can retire as a member of the organization, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Beane might let Henderson, 48, join the club for one day in September, when rosters expand. However, Beane said that he would only consider the move if it wouldn't handcuff the team's roster or affect the season. In addition, the two sides would have to iron out the details of the transaction in advance. Henderson believes that he can still play in the majors, but he also wants a chance to officially retire, on his own terms. Beane has not spoken to Henderson about the possibility of a return.
MLB | Henderson thinking of comeback
Wed, 09 May 2007 12:32:00 -0700
FOXSports.com reports former Oakland Athletics OF Rickey Henderson could consider a comeback at the end of this season and would like a chance to show he can still play. "I'm going to look at it at the end of the year. I might come out with some crazy stuff, a press conference telling every club, 'Put me on the field with your best player and see if I come out of it.' If I can't do it, I'll call it quits at the end," he said. Henderson is currently with the New York Mets as a special instructor. He last played professional baseball two seasons ago in the independent Golden Ball League.
Mets | Henderson, Virgil join NY as special instructors
Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:36:03 -0800
Mets.MLB.com reports the New York Mets have signed Rickey Henderson and Ozzie Virgil to be special instructors this season for the club. Henderson, 48, Major League Baseball's all-time stolen base leader and runs scored leader, is joining the Mets organization for the second year in a row. Virgil, 73, has coached or played in the MLB for 27 years.
Astros | Leadoff Biggio homer puts him in second
Tue, 18 Apr 2006 22:51:55 -0700
The Associated Press reports Houston Astros 2B Craig Biggio's home run Tuesday, April 18, was his 45th career leadoff homer and gave him sole possession of second place behind Rickey Henderson's 80.
Mets | Henderson hired as instructor
Fri, 10 Feb 2006 19:06:42 -0800
The Associated Press reports the New York Mets have hired OF Rickey Henderson as an instructor. Mets general manager Omar Minaya mentioned SS Jose Reyes and CF Carlos Beltran as players who will work with Henderson, learning tips on base running and getting on base. "In my opinion, Rickey is the best leadoff hitter in the history of the game," Minaya said.
Athletics | Henderson May Retire with Team
Thu, 22 Sep 2005 11:09:38 -0700
ESPN.com reports Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane may let OF Rickey Henderson retire as a member of the Athletics. "Certainly I'd consider that. Rickey up to this point has never given anyone any indication that he's ready to retire, but if he was, depending on the circumstances, that could be possible," Beane said. "That's speaking as a GM and a former teammate, and someone who thinks Rickey is the greatest leadoff hitter of all time and probably the greatest Oakland A's player of all time.''
MLB | Henderson to Suit Up Again
Mon, 09 May 2005 10:05:23 -0700
ESPN.com reports free agent OF Rickey Henderson has joined the San Diego Surf Dawgs of the independent Class-A Golden Baseball League. An official announcement is expected to be made Monday, May 9.
Giants | Bonds Walks Way To Record
Mon, 05 Jul 2004 06:44:13 -0700
The Associated Press reports San Francisco Giants OF Barry Bonds became baseball's all-time walks leader Sunday, July 4, breaking Rickey Henderson's major league record when he drew his 2,191st walk from Oakland Athletics P Chad Bradford in the eighth inning of the Giants' 9-6 loss to the Athletics.
MLB | Henderson Back With Newark
Sun, 02 May 2004 16:50:05 -0700
The AP reports the Newark Bears re-signed 45-year-old free agent OF Rickey Henderson Sunday, May 2, marking his return to the team he played 56 games with in 2003 before returning to the majors with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The veteran is expected to join the club Wednesday, May 5, and to be ready for their season opener Thursday, May 6, against the Long Island Ducks. Terms were not disclosed.
Dodgers | Henderson Files for Free Agency
Tue, 28 Oct 2003 08:13:23 -0800
The AP's Ronald Blum reports Los Angeles Dodgers OF Rickey Henderson has filed for free agency.
Devil Rays | Fast Fact: Crawford Among Elite Company in Steals
Sat, 11 Oct 2003 12:07:08 -0700
Devilrays.MLB.com's Paul C. Smith reports Tampa Bay Devil Rays OF Carl Crawford, at age 22, became the fourth youngest player to win a stolen base title. Crawford's American League-leading 55 steals puts him fourth all-time behind other notable youngsters like Ty Cobb (age 20), Rickey Henderson (age 21) and Tim Raines (age 22) who also led their league in stolen bases.
Dodgers | Henderson Surgery Date Set
Thu, 09 Oct 2003 19:11:24 -0700
Updating a previous item, Rich Hammond of the Long Beach Press-Telegram reports Los Angeles Dodgers OF Rickey Henderson (shoulder) will undergo shoulder surgery on Oct. 16.
Dodgers | Henderson Scheduled for Surgery
Fri, 26 Sep 2003 11:51:51 -0700
Dodgers.MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports Los Angeles Dodgers OF Rickey Henderson (shoulder) will undergo an undisclosed surgery on his right shoulder during the off-season.
Dodgers | Henderson Comes Aboard
Mon, 14 Jul 2003 23:11:54 -0700
The AP is reporting the Los Angeles Dodgers signed free-agent outfielder Rickey Henderson to a deal for the remainder of the season, after he finished competing for the Atlantic League's Newark Bears. "With Rickey, we're gaining a player who understands what it takes to win at the major league level and we feel he will be a valuable addition to our team," general manager Dan Evans said.
MLB | Henderson Wins Atlantic All-Star Game MVP
Thu, 10 Jul 2003 11:37:06 -0700
The Associated Press reports Atlantic League OF Rickey Henderson was named most valuable player of the Atlantic League All-Star game. Henderson went 1-for-2 with a walk and an RBI double to help the South division defeat the North division 2-1.
MLB | Henderson Signs with Newark
Thu, 24 Apr 2003 23:29:07 -0700
Updating a previous report, USA TODAY confirms OF Rickey Henderson signed Thursday with the Newark Bears of the Atlantic League.
MLB | Henderson In Jersey?
Mon, 21 Apr 2003 23:59:16 -0700
The AP reports 44-year-old free agent Rickey Henderson will sign this week with a team in the independent Atlantic League, his agent said Monday. Henderson narrowed his choice to three clubs based in New Jersey -- the Newark Bears, Camden Riversharks and Somerset Patriots. Baseball's career leader in runs, stolen bases and walks wants to start playing as soon as possible, agent Jeff Borris said. The Atlantic League begins its regular season May 1, the earliest among independents.
Rockies | Henderson May Try Out
Sun, 16 Feb 2003 00:29:26 -0800
The Denver Post reports free-agent outfielder Rickey Henderson may try out with the Colorado Rockies this week. "I talked to Rickey yesterday, and he told me he's leaning toward showing up at the Rockies' tryout camp next week," said Jeff Borris, Henderson's agent. Henderson showed up unannounced at the Oakland Athletics Fan Fest looking for a tryout.
Athletics | Henderson Return Unlikely
Tue, 11 Feb 2003 22:54:34 -0800
Don't expect to see former Oakland Athletics outfielder Rickey Henderson back in the club's familiar white, green and yellow colors, writes John Shea in the San Francisco Chronicle. Athletics general manager Billy Beane is cool to the idea of bringing Henderson back for a final tour of duty, citing an outfield that includes Terrence Long, Chris Singleton and Jermaine Dye as starters and a reserve pool that includes Adam Piatt, Eric Byrnes, Jason Grabowski and Rontrez Johnson.
