MLB Legend Rickey Henderson, 'Man of Steal,' Dies at 65; Elected to Hall of Fame

Dec 22, 2024, 08:00 AM

Rickey Henderson, the legendary Major League Baseball player known as the 'Man of Steal,' has died at the age of 65 after battling pneumonia. Henderson passed away on December 20, 2024, in Oakland. Throughout his 25-year career, he played for nine teams, including the Oakland Athletics, New York Yankees, and Toronto Blue Jays, among others. He set numerous records, including the all-time records for stolen bases with 1,406, runs scored with 2,295, and unintentional walks with 2,129. Henderson was a 10-time All-Star, won the American League MVP award in 1990, and secured two World Series titles. His wife, Pamela, released a statement expressing gratitude for the support and asking for privacy during this time. Henderson's impact on baseball was profound, and he was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009 on his first ballot.