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Rickey Henderson: Yankees’ Mr. Speed and MLB’s finest-ever base runner

Esteban Quiñones by Esteban Quiñones
December 22, 2024
in Player Profiles, Rickey Henderson, Yankee Legends
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Ex-Yankees star Rickey Henderson attends the Old Timers Day in 2017 at Yankee Stadium. Inset: In pinstripes between 1985 and 1989.
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PositionLeft fielder
Active years1979-2003
Teams (years)Oakland Athletics (1979–1984)
New York Yankees (1985–1989)
Oakland Athletics (1989–1993)
Toronto Blue Jays (1993)
Oakland Athletics (1994–1995)
San Diego Padres (1996–1997)
Anaheim Angels (1997)
Oakland Athletics (1998)
New York Mets (1999–2000)
Seattle Mariners (2000)
San Diego Padres (2001)
Boston Red Sox (2002)
Los Angeles Dodgers (2003)
Draft1976 by Oakland Athletics
DebutJune 24, 1979, for the Oakland Athletics
Last gameSeptember 19, 2003, for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Date of BirthDecember 25, 1958
Native placeChicago, Illinois, U.S.
BattedRight
ThrewLeft
All-Star10× All-Star (1980, 1982–1988, 1990, 1991)
AL MVP1x AL MVP (1990)
Shirt retiredOakland Athletics No. 24 retired
MLB AwardsGold Glove Award (1981)
 3× Silver Slugger Award (1981, 1985, 1990)
 ALCS MVP (1989)
Hall of Fame year2009 (94.81% first ballot)
LegacyOakland Athletics No. 24 retired
Athletics Hall of Fame
Coach of teamNew York Mets Special Instructor (2006)
New York Mets First Base Coach (2007)
Oakland Athletics Base Stealing (2010)
Nickname“The Man of Steal”

The Bio

Rickey Henderson, celebrated as the ultimate maestro of base running in the rich tapestry of MLB history, gracefully danced through the outfield, orchestrating a mesmerizing 25-season symphony in Major League Baseball (MLB) adorned with the colors of nine distinct teams spanning from 1979 to 2003. Fondly nicknamed “the Man of Steal,” Henderson stands as an indisputable icon, hailed as baseball’s unrivaled leadoff virtuoso and baserunning savant. His legacy, an indelible composition, showcases MLB records for career stolen bases, runs, unintentional walks, and leadoff home runs.

As the final act unfolded on his illustrious major league stage in 2003, this ten-time American League (AL) All-Star not only claimed a prestigious position among the sport’s top 100 home run hitters but also reigned supreme as the walks maestro. In a resounding ovation of his mastery, Henderson ascended to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009, effortlessly claiming induction on his inaugural ballot appearance.

A solo performance that reverberates through the symphony of his accomplishments is Henderson’s ownership of the single-season record for stolen bases—an astonishing 130 in the unforgettable crescendo of 1982. Astoundingly, he remains the lone virtuoso in AL history to achieve the extraordinary feat of pilfering 100 bases in a single season, accomplishing this extraordinary feat thrice—in 1980, 1982, and 1983.

Henderson’s magnum opus of 1,406 career steals eclipses the previous record held by Lou Brock, soaring a staggering 50% higher than Brock’s tally of 938. Notably, he engraved his name in the annals of the Oakland Athletics as their all-time stolen base luminary and previously held the revered franchise record for the New York Yankees from 1988 to 2011. A paradigm of unwavering excellence, Henderson consistently graced the league’s top ten base stealers list for an astonishing 21 seasons, a testament to his enduring brilliance.

Former Yankees outfielder Rickey Henderson
MLB

Henderson’s early life and career

Rickey Henderson burst onto the stage of existence under the moniker Rickey Nelson Henley, a Christmas Day gift to the bustling city of Chicago in 1958. Seeking a brighter tableau, his mother, the orchestrator of change, directed the family’s odyssey to California, where the kaleidoscope of life unfolded in the city of Oakland. Amidst this vibrant tapestry, Bobbie, the matriarch, wove her fate with Paul Henderson, merging their lives and bestowing his surname upon her five sons.

Within the corridors of Oakland Technical High School, Henderson wasn’t just a student; he was a celestial presence, a three-sport sorcerer weaving his magic in the realms of baseball, basketball, and football.

At the crossroads of potential destinies, Henderson found himself standing at the intersection of two divergent paths—a collegiate journey on the back of a football scholarship or a leap into the burgeoning embrace of a baseball career within the grandeur of the major leagues. Thanks to his mom’s decision, he chose the baseball path that would carve his name into the sacred scrolls of the sport’s history.

On a fateful June 8, 1976, the Oakland Athletics plucked Henderson from the free-agent draft’s fourth round, unfurling the canvas for a saga of splendor. In the minor league theaters, Henderson’s bat registered above .300 at every tier, while his base-stealing theatrics unfolded as a perpetual spectacle from the moment he graced first base. The prologue to his future dominance materialized during the 1977 season at Modesto in the Class A California League. Henderson’s stats sparkled with a .345 batting average, 104 walks, 11 home runs, 69 RBIs, and a dazzling 120 runs. Noteworthy among his feats was the larceny of 95 bases, a tribute to the guiding maestro, manager Tom Trebelhorn.

MLB debut and big-stage heroics

The grand stage of Henderson’s major league odyssey unfurled in 1979 as he embarked on the season with Ogden in the Class AAA Pacific Coast League. A mere 71 games later, his prodigious talent got an MLB call from Oakland, marking his major league debut on June 24, 1979. Against Texas, Henderson unfurled his mettle, crafting a 2-for-4 spectacle adorned with a double and a stolen base, setting the scene for a stellar season where he led the team with 33 steals and wielded a .274 batting average.

Yet, adversity cast its shadow upon the Athletics in that year, languishing as a lackluster ensemble with a 54-108 record. However, the team transformed itself with the appointment of indomitable Billy Martin as the new manager. An expert in reversing a team’s fortunes, Martin orchestrated an extraordinary metamorphosis in Oakland.

Embodied within the dynamic doctrine of “Billy Ball,” fervently preached by maestro manager Billy Martin, the Oakland Athletics waltzed onto the field with an aggressive playing style, seamlessly choreographed to their inherent strengths. In this kinetic crucible, Rickey Henderson unfurled like a blossoming flower, unveiling a spectacular metamorphosis across various facets of his game during a season that would reshape the narrative. His accomplishments echoed through the stadium, securing the league’s second spot in walks with a formidable tally of 117, claiming the third position in on-base percentage with a resounding .420, and wielding his bat with finesse to carve out a .303 batting average.

New York Yankees' outfielder Rickey Henderson takes off to steal third base during a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in 1986.
AP

Adding a gilded feather to his cap, Henderson clinched his maiden Gold Glove Award in 1981, a shimmering testament to his defensive virtuosity. This season not only witnessed his ascent to the throne as the league’s stolen bases sovereign with an awe-inspiring century mark of 100 but also laid the bedrock for his subsequent audacious raids on the record books. The years 1982 and 1983 unfolded as the chapters of Henderson’s unparalleled dominion in stolen bases, culminating in record-breaking performances of 130 and 108 thefts, respectively. Etching a legacy, Henderson continued to pen the stolen base narrative, leading the American League in base thievery for seven consecutive seasons and eight out of nine years. In a historic ballet, he pirouetted into the annals as the first and, as of 2017, the sole player in American League history to achieve the remarkable milestone of stealing 100 bases in a single season.

The pinnacle of Henderson’s brilliance unfolded in the symphony of the 1981 season, where he not only orchestrated the league in runs (89), walks (116), and hits (135) but also ascended as the stolen base virtuoso with an impressive tally of 56. Yet, the pièce de résistance unfurled in 1982, as Henderson inscribed his name in the hallowed pages of history, setting a new major league record with an astonishing 130 stolen bases, solidifying his stature as an indomitable force on the diamond.

In the Yankees’ pinstripes

On the transformative eve of December 5, 1984, Henderson found himself caught in the whirlwind of change, a pawn in a strategic chess move traded alongside pitcher Bert Bradley to the New York Yankees. The Athletics orchestrated the exchange of Henderson for a quintet of players—Stan Javier, Jose Rijo, Eric Plunk, Tim Birtsas, and Jay Howell. To seal the fate of this transaction, Henderson inked a lucrative five-year deal, valued at $8.6 million, weaving his destiny into the storied pinstripes of the Yankees. Despite a slight dip in his stolen base tally to 66 in 1984, Henderson clung to his league-leading status, outpacing the entire Yankees team by a margin of four steals. The reunion with the enigmatic Billy Martin added a layer of intrigue to this chapter of Henderson’s career.

The dawn of 1985 marked a geographical shift for the Yankees, securing a second-place tableau in the AL East behind the Boston Red Sox. However, for Henderson, the transition from the West Coast to the East did not overshadow his prowess on the field. In 1985 and 1986, he commandeered the league lead in runs, amassing an impressive 146 and 130, respectively. Notably, Henderson expanded his repertoire, infusing the element of the long ball into his game, launching 24 home runs in 1985 and elevating to 28 in 1986. A balletic repositioning from left to center field spotlighted his versatility.

The narrative took a twist in 1987 when a hamstrung hamstring sidelined Henderson, forcing him to miss 67 games. Although this hiccup disrupted his streak of leading the AL in stolen bases, he still managed to swipe 41 bases. The managerial transition from the charismatic Billy Martin to Lou Piniella after the 1986 season introduced strains in the manager-player duet, with Piniella questioning Henderson’s commitment to the Yankees.

Dissipating any lingering doubts in 1988, Henderson returned to the stage in prime health, unfurling a batting average of .305 and an astonishing 93 stolen bases. This renaissance not only affirmed Henderson’s resilience but also underscored his unwavering dedication to the craft, solidifying his status as a dynamic force within the Yankees’ lineup.

Ex-Yankees star Rickey Henderson attends the Old Timers Day on June 23, 2013 at Yankee Stadium.
Chris Pedota

Here are ten of his most iconic achievements with the Yankees:

  • Setting the Yankees’ Single-Season Stolen Base Record (1985): In his debut season with the Yankees, Henderson stole 80 bases, surpassing the franchise’s previous record that had stood since 1914.
  • Scoring 146 Runs in a Single Season (1985): Henderson scored 146 runs, becoming the first player since 1939 to tally more runs than games played in a season.
  • Earning the Silver Slugger Award (1985): His outstanding offensive performance, including a .314 batting average, earned Henderson the American League Silver Slugger Award.
  • Setting the All-Time Leadoff Home Run Record (1989): On April 28, 1989, Henderson hit a leadoff home run, surpassing Bobby Bonds as the all-time leader in leadoff homers, further cementing his legacy as a premier leadoff hitter.
  • Achieving Multiple 20-Home Run Seasons: During his Yankees tenure, Henderson demonstrated his power by recording multiple seasons with at least 20 home runs.
  • Setting the Yankees’ Career Stolen Base Record: Despite playing only four and a half seasons with the team, Henderson became the Yankees’ all-time stolen base leader with 326 steals, a record that stood until surpassed by Derek Jeter, who played significantly more games.

After Yankees career 

The New York Yankees traded Henderson back to Oakland on June 21, 1989. This transaction unfolded like a well-choreographed pas de deux, with the dynamic outfielder returning in triumphant grace in exchange for a trio of talents—pitchers Eric Plunk and Greg Cadaret, alongside outfielder Luis Polonia.

He led Oakland’s phoenix-like resurgence unfurled as they outpaced the Royals by a commanding seven-game margin, seizing victory in the AL West. The ensuing clash against Toronto in the ALCS became a grand symphony showcasing the indomitable spirit of the Athletics. Amidst this triumph, Henderson emerged as the MVP of the ALCS, leaving an indelible impression with a remarkable batting average of .400 (6-for-15), adorned with two home runs, five RBIs, eight runs, seven walks, and an astounding eight steals. The reunion with Oakland proved not only strategic but also instrumental, acting as the warp and weft that wove Henderson and the Athletics to the zenith of success.

The scrolls of baseball history unfurled, inscribing the 1989 World Series into the chronicles as the “Earthquake Series.” Oakland found itself locked in a clash against its northern California counterpart, the San Francisco Giants, when a seismic waltz measuring 6.9 reverberated through the Bay Area. In the midst of the temblor, Candlestick Park descended into darkness, wearing the scars of structural turmoil. Commissioner Fay Vincent, recognizing the gravity of the situation, promptly halted the series, suspending it until further notice. When play resumed on October 27 at Candlestick Park, Oakland, holding a 2-0 advantage, proceeded to sweep the Giants. In this seismic showdown, Henderson unveiled his wizardry, brandishing a remarkable batting average of .474 (9-for-19), embellished with one home run, three RBIs, two triples, and three stolen bases.

The subsequent year witnessed Oakland effortlessly securing its third consecutive AL pennant, swatting away the challenge posed by Chicago. Henderson, a central protagonist in this triumph, claimed the coveted title of American League MVP in 1990. His stellar performance painted a canvas of excellence with a batting average of .325, league-leading runs (119), stolen bases (65), and on-base percentage (.439). Matching a career-high in home runs with 28, Henderson outshone his rivals, finishing 31 points ahead of the formidable Cecil Fielder of Detroit, who led the AL in both home runs (51) and RBIs (132).

Henderson played for Toronto after joining them on July 31, 1993. He stole 22 bases in 44 games for the Blue Jays, and helped them triumph over Chicago in six games of the ALCS. The World Series unfolded as a grand opera, with the Jays orchestrating their second consecutive championship, toppling Philadelphia in six games.

In 1994, Henderson returned to the Oakland A’s for a two-year and $8.6 million deal, setting the stage for another opulent chapter in his illustrious career. Across 112 games, Henderson, ever the maestro, painted a canvas of brilliance with a .300 batting average, his swift dance on the bases stealing an impressive 32 bases.

He joined the Padres in 1996 for a two-year, $6.2 million-dollar contract. However, Henderson’s production encountered a dip, reflected in a .241 batting average. The subsequent twist in the tale saw Henderson traded to the Anaheim Angels on August 13, 1997.

In 1998, the 39-year-old dynamo inked a one-year pact with Oakland. But Henderson ignited an undiminished spark, leading the AL in stolen bases (66) and walks (118) with a .236 average in 542 at-bats.

The waning light of the ’90s witnessed Henderson’s narrative script a new chapter with the New York Mets. A siren’s call in the form of a two-year deal worth $3.9 million beckoned him after the culmination of the 1998 season. The subsequent year became a renaissance for Henderson, earning him The Sporting News Comeback Player of the Year accolade in 1999. His stat symphony sparkled with a .315 batting average, 37 stolen bases, 12 home runs, 42 RBIs, and an impressive .423 on-base percentage.

The Mets released Henderson on May 13, 2000, following simmering tensions from the previous year’s allegations. Whispers circulated of him engaging in a clandestine card game with Bobby Bonilla in the clubhouse during the Mets’ Game Six loss to Atlanta in the LCS. Henderson vehemently refuted the accusation, demanding a face-to-face confrontation with the accuser. Undeterred, Henderson rebounded, weaving his talents into the fabric of the Seattle Mariners and concluding the year as a vital force for the team.

Ex-Yankees star Rickey Henderson attends the Old Timers Day in 2017 at Yankee Stadium.
MLB

In 2001, he rejoined the San Diego Padres. On April 25, 2001, facing a daunting 5-3 deficit against Philadelphia, Henderson initiated a remarkable resurgence. Leading off against Phillies closer Jose Mesa, he secured a walk, marking his 2,063rd career free pass to reach the zenith of the all-time walk list, eclipsing none other than the legendary Babe Ruth. On October 4, 2001, Henderson launched a home run against Dodger pitcher Luke Prokopec to surpass Ty Cobb with his 2,246th career run scored. He reached his 3,000th career base hit three days later.

In 2002, Boston signed Henderson to a minor league contract, as his staggering 1,395 stolen bases stood more than the cumulative total of the Red Sox franchise, which, over the same period, had amassed 1,382 stolen bases. Henderson switched to the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 14, 2003. The seasoned outfielder graced the field for 30 games, leaving an indelible mark with a .208 batting average.

His last major league appearance unfolded on September 19, 2003, a poignant moment where he took a hit by a pitch in his sole plate appearance while scoring his 2,295th run.

Media outlets such as NBC and ESPN reported on December 6, 2005, that Henderson had, at long last, announced his official retirement. However, this declaration faced swift contradiction from his agent the very next day. The enigma persisted until February 10, 2006, when Henderson embraced a new role as a hitting instructor for the Mets. The protracted saga of uncertainty finally found resolution on July 13, 2007, as Henderson gracefully conceded his “official retirement,” concluding a storied career that had left an indelible impact on the sport.

At the age of 65, he died on December 20, 2024.

The legacy

At the pinnacle of baseball’s pantheon stands Rickey Henderson, a living testament to the unparalleled artistry of the game. A symphony of statistics encapsulates his legacy—first all-time in stolen bases (1,406), runs (2,295), and leadoff home runs (81). The echoes of his accomplishments reverberate in the record books, where he claims the second spot all-time in walks (2,190). Across the expanse of his career, Henderson wielded his bat to propel 297 home runs, driving in 1,115 RBIs, and leaving an indelible mark with a career batting average of .279. The power–speed number, a metric blending power and speed, elevated him to elite status, securing the second-highest mark at 490.4, second only to the legendary Barry Bonds. Henderson’s unparalleled prowess is further immortalized with the record for most home runs to lead off a game, a staggering 81.

May 1, 1991, etched a historic moment as Henderson, with his 939th stolen base, eclipsed Lou Brock, ascending to the throne as the sport’s all-time stolen base leader. July 29, 1989, stands frozen in time, a day when Henderson, in a remarkable display of prowess, stole five bases against the Mariners’ Randy Johnson, a feat that remains etched in the annals, one shy of the single-game major league record. Throughout his illustrious career, Henderson boasted an impressive 18 four-steal games. The zenith of his base-stealing brilliance unfolded in August 1983, where, in a five-game span against the Brewers and the Yankees, Henderson tallied an astonishing 13 stolen bases.

A beacon of excellence, Henderson’s accolades include being named the AL’s Most Valuable Player in 1990. As the lead-off hitter, he charted the course for World Series champions twice—first with the 1989 Oakland Athletics and later with the 1993 Toronto Blue Jays. A maestro of the base paths, Henderson clinched the stolen base champion title an astounding 12 times and led the league in runs on five occasions. His enduring 25-year career secured him a coveted spot in the top ten across several categories, from career at-bats and games to outfield putouts and total chances. Henderson’s impact transcended mere statistics; his high on-base percentage, power hitting, and the fusion of stolen base and run totals solidified his status as one of the most dominant and innovative players in the annals of baseball. Beyond the diamond, Henderson’s magnetic personality captivated fans—a buoyant, eccentric, and quotable figure whose passion for the game left an indelible mark. When pondering Henderson’s Hall of Fame credentials, statistician Bill James offered a succinct observation, “If you could split him in two, you’d have two Hall of Famers.”

In 2009, the hallowed gates of the National Baseball Hall of Fame swung open to welcome Henderson into its illustrious ranks. August 1 of that monumental year witnessed the Athletics retiring his iconic number 24, a symbolic gesture honoring his colossal contributions to the franchise. As a lasting tribute, the playing field at the Oakland Coliseum assumed the name “Rickey Henderson Field” on April 3, 2017. A colossal 17-foot statue, a testament to Henderson’s enduring legacy, was poised to grace the exterior of the Oakland Coliseum in 2018—a timeless homage to a titan of the diamond.

In an era before advanced training methods and sports nutrition, Rickey Henderson set a remarkable standard for physical excellence with the Yankees. His legendary 2.9% body fat measurement during the 1980s team competition wasn’t just a number – it was a testament to his natural athleticism and disciplined approach.

What makes Henderson’s fitness story even more remarkable was his rejection of conventional strength training. While others hit the weight room, Henderson stuck to a simple regimen of nightly push-ups and sit-ups. He wasn’t shy about showing off the results either, frequently displaying his chiseled physique to teammates and onlookers alike.

His commitment to fitness paid extraordinary dividends late in his career. At age 40, while many players had long since retired, Henderson posted an impressive .315 batting average and .420 on-base percentage with the Mets in 1999. His final game came with the Dodgers on September 19, 2003, at 44 years and 268 days old – an age when most players had been watching from their couches for years.

Perhaps most telling of Henderson’s unprecedented impact: his stolen base record stands so far ahead of current players that the active leader trails him by more than 1,000 steals – a gap that speaks volumes about both his exceptional talents and his remarkable longevity in the sport.

Greatest moments

Rickey Henderson, the unparalleled leadoff maestro, left an indelible mark on baseball history with a career defined by remarkable achievements. 

Here are ten of the greatest moments from his illustrious 25-year tenure in the Major Leagues:

  • Stealing the spotlight from Lou Brock – Aug. 27, 1982

Henderson breaks Lou Brock’s single-season stolen base record by swiping his 119th base, finishing the year with an astounding 130 steals.

  • All-time stolen base leader- May 1, 1991

Henderson cements his legacy by surpassing Lou Brock’s career stolen base record with theft number 939, ultimately finishing 468 steals ahead of the Cardinals legend.

  • World Series sweep dominance – Oct. 14-28, 1989

Henderson showcases his prowess in the A’s four-game World Series sweep over the Giants, earning ALCS MVP honors along the way.

  • Leadoff powerhouse – 1980-2003

Henderson’s record 81 leadoff homers solidify his status as a leadoff powerhouse, with his final home run coming in a fitting leadoff fashion.

  • Five stolen bases sans hits – July 29, 1989

Henderson steals a personal-best five bases without recording an official at-bat, a testament to his baserunning brilliance.

  • ’90 AL MVP season – April 9-Oct. 3, 1990

Henderson’s finest season includes a career-tying 28 home runs, 119 runs scored, and an AL-leading 65 stolen bases, earning him the AL Most Valuable Player Award.

  • Set-up man extraordinaire – 1979-2003

Henderson’s record-setting runs and stolen bases are influenced by his 796 leadoff walks, leading the league in walks, runs, and stolen bases multiple times.

  • 2001: Stats God – April 17- Oct. 7, 2001

In his second stint with San Diego, the 42-year-old Henderson breaks records, including Ty Cobb’s runs, Babe Ruth’s walks, and Zack Wheat’s games played in left field.

  • 3,000th hit – Oct. 7, 2001

Henderson reaches the 3,000-hit milestone with a leadoff double in the last game of Tony Gwynn’s career, gracefully exiting the game after scoring.

  • World Series Game 6 – Oct. 23, 1993

Henderson draws a leadoff walk for the Blue Jays, setting the stage for Joe Carter’s historic World Series-winning home run, leaving an indelible mark on a baseball classic.

Ex-Yankees star Rickey Henderson attends the Old Timers Day in 2017 at Yankee Stadium. Inset: In pinstripes between 1985 and 1989.

Awards and honors

Award/HonorTimes WonDates
American League All-Star101980, 1982–88, 1990–91
American League Championship Series MVP11989
American League Gold Glove Award (OF)11981 (strike shortened)
American League hits champion11981
American League MVP11990
American League Silver Slugger Award (OF)31981, 1985, 1990
American League stolen base champion121980–86, 1988–91, 1998
American League walks leader41982–83, 1989, 1998
Major league on-base percentage leader11990
Major league runs scored leader51981, 1985–86, 1989–90
Major league stolen base champion61980, 1982–83, 1988–89, 1998
TSN Comeback Player of the Year Award11999
World Series champion21989 (Oakland A’s)1993 (Toronto Blue Jays)
Single–season
Most times caught stealing421982
Most stolen bases in a single postseason series81989 (ALCS)
Career
Most stolen bases1,406
Most times caught stealing335
Most runs scored2,295
Most games led off with a home run81
Most unintentional walks2,129
Most consecutive seasons – 1 or more HR25
Most seasons leading the league in stolen bases12

FAQs

Where does Rickey Henderson live now?

Reports suggest that Rickey Henderson lives in Oakland, but there is no official public information on where he resides.

How much is a Rickey Henderson rookie card worth?

Rickey Henderson’s official rookie card is his 1980 Topps #482 card. A gem mint copy of the card (PSA 10) is worth on average between $100,000 to $150,00.

How fast was Rickey Henderson?

Rickey Henderson was known for his exceptional speed. Henderson once recorded a time ranging from 9.6 to 9.7 seconds in the 100-yard dash, equivalent to approximately 31 feet per second.

How old is Rickey Henderson?

Rickey Henderson was born on December 25, 1958, so he is presently 64 years old.

What is Rickey Henderson doing now?

There is no public information available about what Henderson is currently doing.

How much is a Rickey Henderson baseball card worth?

The value of Rickey Henderson’s baseball cards can vary depending on factors such as the year, brand, and condition of the card. For example, his 1980 Topps #482 rookie card can be worth a significant amount, as mentioned earlier.

What position did Rickey Henderson play?

Rickey Henderson primarily played as an outfielder during his baseball career.

How many bases did Rickey Henderson steal?

Rickey Henderson holds the record for the most stolen bases in a career, with 1,406 stolen bases.

How tall is Rickey Henderson?

Rickey Henderson is 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 meters) tall.

Who is Rickey Henderson’s wife?

In 1983, Rickey Henderson tied the knot with Pamela Parmer, his high-school sweetheart.

How many leadoff home runs did Rickey Henderson have?

Henderson holds the record for the most leadoff home runs in MLB history, with 81 leadoff home runs.

How much is Rickey Henderson worth?

Rickey Henderson is stated to have a net worth of $20 million.

How many times did Rickey Henderson steal home?

Rickey Henderson stole home four times in his career.

When did Rickey Henderson retire?

Rickey Henderson retired from professional baseball in 2003.

What year was Rickey Henderson a rookie?

Rickey Henderson’s rookie year was 1979 when he started playing for the Oakland Athletics.

How fast was Rickey Henderson mph?

Henderson’s performances in baseball gear were truly remarkable, reaching a speed of 32 feet per second or 21.82 mph on the field. Prior to achieving this peak speed, he briefly participated in track and recorded an impressive time of 9.6 seconds in the 100m dash.

How much is a 1980 Rickey Henderson rookie card worth?

A gem mint copy of Rickey Henderson’s 1980 Topps #482 rookie card (PSA 10) is worth on average between $100,000 to $150,000.

Who was faster, Rickey Henderson or Deion Sanders?

Both Rickey Henderson and Deion Sanders were known for their exceptional speed, but there is no definitive answer to who was faster.

How did Rickey Henderson get so many walks?

Rickey Henderson’s ability to draw walks was a result of his exceptional plate discipline, knowledge of the strike zone, and speed, which made pitchers more cautious when pitching to him.

What team did Rickey Henderson go in the Hall of Fame as?

Rickey Henderson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009 as a member of the Oakland Athletics.

What are Rickey Henderson coins worth?

There is no specific information available about Rickey Henderson coins.

When did Rickey Henderson join the AL?

Rickey Henderson joined the American League (AL) in 1979 when he started playing for the Oakland Athletics.

What number did Oakland A’s Rickey Henderson wear?

Rickey Henderson wore the number 24 for the Oakland Athletics.

How fast could Rickey Henderson run a 60-yard dash?

In his prime, Henderson posted an impressive 60-yard dash time of 6.6 seconds.

Where to sell Rickey Henderson baseball cards?

Rickey Henderson baseball cards can be sold through various online platforms such as eBay, sports card marketplaces, and auction houses.

Rickey Henderson retired in what year?

Rickey Henderson retired from professional baseball in 2003.

How many seasons did Rickey Henderson play?

Rickey Henderson played in the Major Leagues for 25 seasons, from 1979 to 2003.

What date did Rickey Henderson break the all-time steals record?

Rickey Henderson broke the all-time steals record on May 1, 1991, when he stole his 939th base, surpassing Lou Brock’s previous record.

How many times did Gary Carter throw out Rickey Henderson?

Gary Carter, the Hall of Fame catcher, threw out Rickey Henderson 42 times in his career.

Henderson’s stats

SUMMARYWARABHHRBARRBISBOBPSLGOPSOPS+
Career111.21096130552970.2792295111514060.4010.4190.82127

Standard batting 

YearGPAABRH2B3BHRRBISBCSBBSOBAOBPSLGOPSOPS+TBGDPHBPSHSFIBBPos
1979893983514996133126331134390.2740.3380.3360.675881184283078/9
198015872259111117922495310026117540.3030.420.3990.8213523665637*7/D
198110849342389135187635562264680.3190.4080.4370.84515118572044*7/H
1982149656536119143244105113042116940.2670.3980.3820.7812220552021*78/HD
198314562251310515025794810819103800.2920.4140.4210.835139216114118*7/8HD
19841425975021131472741658661886810.2930.3990.4580.85714623075131*7/8H
19851436545471461722852472801099650.3140.4190.5160.93415728283051*8/7HD
19861537016081301603152874871889810.2630.3580.4690.827125285122022*87/DH
19879544035878104173173741880520.2910.4230.4970.9214517810200187D/H
1988140647554118169302650931382540.3050.3940.3990.79312422163261*7/8DH
198915067454111314826312577714126680.2740.4110.3990.8113221683045*7/DH
198965293235415813132225856290.2470.3920.3490.74111282010107/H
198985381306729013293552670390.2940.4250.4380.863148134820357/DH
19901365944891191593332861651097600.3250.4390.5771.016189282134222*7D/H
19911345784701051261711857581898730.2680.40.4230.82313519977037*7D/H
1992117500396771121831546481195560.2830.4260.4570.883155181560357/DH
19931346104811141392222159538120650.2890.4320.4740.90614822894147*7D/H
19939040731877104191174731685460.3270.4690.5531.023182176820267D/H
19934420316337353141222235190.2150.3560.3190.6758352121217
199487376296667713062022772450.260.4110.3650.776111108051217D8/H
199511248740767122311954321072660.30.4070.4470.855132182841327D/H
19961486024651101121729293715125900.2410.410.3440.754108160510022*7H98
19971205094038410014083445897850.2480.40.3420.7421011381061227D8H/9
199788365288637911062729471620.2740.4220.3750.7971181087402278H/9D
1997321441152121302716426230.1830.3430.2610.604603032100D7/8
1998152670542101128161145766131181140.2360.3760.3470.7239418855230*78/H
1999121526438891383001242371482820.3150.4230.4660.88912820442131*7/HD
20001235194207598142432361188750.2330.3680.3050.67378128114341*7/HD
20003112496172110025225200.2190.3870.2290.6166422220117/H
200092395324587713243031963550.2380.3620.3270.68982106923307/HD
2001123465379708617384225781840.2270.3660.3510.71795133830207H/D
2002722221794040615168238470.2230.3690.3520.7219263340107H/D89
200330847271510253011160.2080.3210.3060.6277022010007H
GPAABRH2B3BHRRBISBCSBBSOBAOBPSLGOPSOPS+TBGDPHBPSHSFIBB
25 Yrs30811334610961229530555106629711151406335219016940.2790.4010.4190.82127458817298306761
162 Game Avg.16270257612116127316597418115890.2790.4010.4190.8212724195243

Postseason batting

YearGPAABRH2B3BHRRBISBCSBBSOBAOBPSLGOPSTBGDPHBPSHSFIBBWPAcWPA
19813131132000020200.1820.3080.1820.49200000-0.05-0.90%
19813121104210120120.3640.4170.7271.1448100000.22.80%
1989 MVP5231586112580700.40.60911.60915010000.6811.00%
19894211949121331220.4740.5240.8951.41917000000.4610.40%
19904191715000321120.2940.3160.2940.61500010-0.1-1.40%
19904181525201130340.3330.4440.6671.1111000000-0.05-0.30%
19926272356000120440.2610.370.2610.6316000000-0.10%
19936292543200021450.120.2410.20.441500000-0.16-3.50%
19936282265200211520.2270.3930.3180.7117010000.034.50%
19963141224001100230.3330.4290.5831.0127000000.161.60%
19994181556000160310.40.50.40.96000000.040.40%
19996232324100110050.1740.1740.2170.391500000-0.4-4.30%
200036532000010100.40.50.40.92000000.030.40%
2000311922100101220.2220.3640.3330.697300000-0.01-0.20%
GPAABRH2B3BHRRBISBCSBBSOBAOBPSLGOPSTBGDPHBPSHSFIBBWPAcWPA
8 Yrs (14 Series)60262222476312452033537320.2840.3890.4410.83198120100.8320.50%
2 ALDS6191664000030300.250.3680.250.618400000-0.01-0.50%
2 NLDS73227710001260540.370.4690.4810.9513000000.22.10%
6 ALCS2712110020266221116319150.260.380.420.842110100.628.60%
1 NLCS6232324100110050.1740.1740.2170.391500000-0.4-4.30%
3 WS14675612195226721080.3390.4480.6071.05534010000.4414.70%

Henderson’s career graph

Hall of FameAll-Star GamesAwardsMVP (rank, share)
2009 BBWAA (94.8%)
Selected to HOF in 2009 by BBWAA
1980 *
1982 (LF)
1983 *
1984 *
1985 (CF)
1986 (LF)
1987 (CF)
1988 (CF)
1990 (LF)
1991 (LF)
1981 AL TSN All-Star
1985 AP All-Star
1985 AL TSN All-Star
1989 AL ALCS MVP
1990 AP All-Star
1990 AL MVP
1990 AL TSN All-Star
1980 AL (10, 13%)
1981 AL (2, 79%)
1982 AL (10, 10%)
1983 AL (24, 0%)
1985 AL (3, 44%)
1988 AL (18, 2%)
1989 AL (9, 17%)
1990 AL (1, 81%)
1 MVP
2.46 Career Shares (68th)
Gold GlovesSilver SluggersMonthly AwardsWeekly Awards
1981 AL (OF)1981 AL (OF)
1985 AL (OF)
1990 AL (OF)
All multiple winners
1985 June AL Player of the Month1982 Aug 29th AL Player of the Week
1985 Jun 23rd AL Player of the Week
1990 May 6th AL Player of the Week
1990 Jul 8th AL Player of the Week
1991 Sep 29th AL Player of the Week
Wins Above ReplacementWAR Position PlayersOffensive WARDefensive WAR
1980 AL 8.8 (2nd)
1981 AL 6.7 (2nd)
1982 AL 6.7 (4th)
1983 AL 6.9 (5th)
1985 AL 9.9 (1st)
1986 AL 6.3 (8th)
1988 AL 6.3 (9th)
1989 AL 8.7 (2nd)
1990 AL 9.9 (2nd)
Career 111.2 (19th)
1980 AL 8.8 (2nd)
1981 AL 6.7 (2nd)
1982 AL 6.7 (3rd)
1983 AL 6.9 (4th)
1984 AL 6.0 (9th)
1985 AL 9.9 (1st)
1986 AL 6.3 (5th)
1988 AL 6.3 (5th)
1989 AL 8.7 (1st)
1990 AL 9.9 (1st)
Career 111.2 (14th)
1980 AL 6.9 (2nd)
1981 AL 4.3 (3rd)
1982 AL 5.7 (6th)
1983 AL 5.9 (6th)
1984 AL 6.0 (5th)
1985 AL 8.6 (1st)
1986 AL 5.7 (4th)
1988 AL 6.0 (7th)
1989 AL 6.1 (4th)
1990 AL 8.4 (1st)
1992 AL 5.3 (9th)
1993 AL 6.3 (8th)
Career 105.2 (17th)
1981 AL 2.0 (4th)
1985 AL 1.5 (9th)
1989 AL 2.1 (10th)
Batting AverageOn-Base%Slugging %On-Base Plus Slugging
1981 AL .319 (5th)
1985 AL .314 (4th)
1990 AL .325 (2nd)
1980 AL .420 (3rd)
1981 AL .408 (3rd)
1982 AL .398 (3rd)
1983 AL .414 (2nd)
1984 AL .399 (3rd)
1985 AL .419 (4th)
1988 AL .394 (5th)
1989 AL .411 (3rd)
1990 AL .439 (1st)
1991 AL .400 (6th)
1992 AL .426 (2nd)**
1993 AL .432 (3rd)
1994 AL .411 (8th)
1995 AL .407 (10th)
1996 NL .410 (5th)
1999 NL .423 (7th)
Career .401 (59th)
1985 AL .516 (7th)
1990 AL .577 (2nd)
1981 AL .845 (9th)
1985 AL .934 (3rd)
1990 AL 1.016 (1st)
1992 AL .883 (6th)**
Games PlayedAt BatsPlate AppearancesRuns Scored
1980 AL 158 (9th)
1981 AL 108 (4th)
Career 3,081 (4th)
1981 AL 423 (5th)
Career 10,961 (13th)
1980 AL 722 (3rd)
1981 AL 493 (3rd)
1986 AL 701 (7th)
Career 13,346 (4th)
1980 AL 111 (4th)
1981 AL 89 (1st)
1982 AL 119 (4th)
1983 AL 105 (4th)
1984 AL 113 (2nd)
1985 AL 146 (1st)
1986 AL 130 (1st)
1988 AL 118 (3rd)
1989 AL 113 (1st)
1990 AL 119 (1st)
1991 AL 105 (7th)
1993 AL 114 (5th)
Career 2,295 (1st)
HitsTotal BasesTriplesHome Runs
1980 AL 179 (9th)
1981 AL 135 (1st)
Career 3,055 (27th)
1981 AL 185 (8th)
1986 AL 285 (10th)
1990 AL 282 (6th)
Career 4,588 (46th)
1981 AL 7 (2nd)
1983 AL 7 (9th)
1990 AL 28 (6th)
Career 297 (163rd)
Bases on BallsStolen BasesSinglesAdjusted OPS+
1980 AL 117 (2nd)
1981 AL 64 (4th)
1982 AL 116 (1st)
1983 AL 103 (1st)
1984 AL 86 (6th)
1985 AL 99 (4th)
1986 AL 89 (7th)
1988 AL 82 (7th)
1989 AL 126 (1st)
1990 AL 97 (4th)
1991 AL 98 (3rd)
1992 AL 95 (7th)
1993 AL 120 (2nd)
1994 AL 72 (4th)
1996 NL 125 (4th)
1997 ML 97 (10th)
1998 AL 118 (1st)
Career 2,190 (2nd)
1979 AL 33 (7th)
1980 AL 100 (1st)
1981 AL 56 (1st)
1982 AL 130 (1st)
1983 AL 108 (1st)
1984 AL 66 (1st)
1985 AL 80 (1st)
1986 AL 87 (1st)
1987 AL 41 (5th)
1988 AL 93 (1st)
1989 AL 77 (1st)
1990 AL 65 (1st)
1991 AL 58 (1st)
1992 AL 48 (6th)
1993 AL 53 (4th)
1995 AL 32 (8th)
1996 NL 37 (6th)
1997 ML 45 (9th)
1998 AL 66 (1st)
1999 NL 37 (7th)
2000 AL 31 (4th)
2001 NL 25 (9th)
Career 1,406 (1st)
1980 AL 144 (5th)
1981 AL 104 (2nd)
1988 AL 131 (7th)
Career 2,182 (23rd)
1980 AL 135 (9th)
1981 AL 151 (6th)
1983 AL 139 (7th)
1984 AL 146 (7th)
1985 AL 157 (2nd)
1990 AL 189 (1st)
1993 AL 148 (7th)
Career 127 (232nd)
Runs CreatedAdj. Batting RunsAdj. Batting WinsExtra Base Hits
1980 AL 120 (5th)
1981 AL 81 (2nd)
1983 AL 109 (9th)
1985 AL 138 (3rd)
1986 AL 112 (8th)
1988 AL 107 (9th)
1989 AL 110 (5th)
1990 AL 137 (1st)
1993 AL 118 (9th)
Career 2,164 (12th)
1980 AL 37 (6th)
1981 AL 31 (2nd)
1983 AL 34 (7th)
1984 AL 36 (7th)
1985 AL 48 (4th)
1989 AL 32 (7th)
1990 AL 63 (1st)
1992 AL 36 (4th)
1993 AL 41 (7th)
Career 549 (37th)
1980 AL 3.6 (5th)
1981 AL 3.2 (2nd)
1983 AL 3.3 (7th)
1984 AL 3.5 (7th)
1985 AL 4.7 (4th)
1989 AL 3.2 (7th)
1990 AL 6.2 (1st)
1992 AL 3.5 (5th)
1993 AL 3.8 (7th)
Career 53.3 (36th)
1986 AL 64 (7th)
1990 AL 64 (4th)
Career 873 (78th)
Times On BaseOffensive Win %Hit By PitchCaught Stealing
1980 AL 301 (1st)
1981 AL 201 (2nd)
1982 AL 261 (9th)
1983 AL 257 (5th)
1985 AL 274 (4th)
1986 AL 251 (5th)
1988 AL 254 (9th)
1989 AL 277 (2nd)
1990 AL 260 (3rd)
1993 AL 263 (8th)
Career 5,343 (4th)
1980 AL .691 (6th)
1981 AL .716 (4th)
1983 AL .709 (4th)
1984 AL .701 (7th)
1985 AL .784 (2nd)
1988 AL .697 (10th)
1989 AL .707 (6th)
1990 AL .826 (1st)
1993 AL .745 (5th)
Career .660 (184th)
1991 AL 7 (7th)
1996 NL 10 (9th)
Career 98 (105th)
1980 AL 26 (1st)
1981 AL 22 (1st)
1982 AL 42 (1st)
1983 AL 19 (1st)
1984 AL 18 (2nd)
1985 AL 10 (9th)
1986 AL 18 (1st)
1988 AL 13 (3rd)
1989 AL 14 (8th)
1991 AL 18 (2nd)
1995 AL 10 (9th)
1996 NL 15 (2nd)
1998 AL 13 (4th)
1999 NL 14 (5th)
2000 AL 9 (8th)
Career 335 (1st)
SB %Power-Speed #AB per HROuts Made
1983 AL 85.04 (5th)
1984 AL 78.57 (7th)
1985 AL 88.89 (2nd)
1986 AL 82.86 (5th)
1987 AL 83.67 (8th)
1988 AL 87.74 (4th)
1989 AL 84.62 (5th)
1990 AL 86.67 (4th)
1992 AL 81.36 (8th)
1993 AL 86.89 (3rd)
1997 NL 87.88 (3rd)
1998 AL 83.54 (4th)
Career 80.76 (62nd)
1980 AL 16.5 (7th)
1981 AL 10.8 (6th)
1982 AL 18.6 (6th)
1983 AL 16.6 (8th)
1984 AL 25.8 (2nd)
1985 AL 36.9 (1st)
1986 AL 42.4 (1st)
1987 AL 24.0 (5th)
1989 AL 20.8 (2nd)
1990 AL 39.1 (1st)
1991 AL 27.5 (2nd)
1992 AL 22.9 (3rd)
1993 AL 30.1 (1st)
1998 AL 23.1 (7th)
Career 490.4 (2nd)
1990 AL 17.5 (7th)1981 AL 321 (9th)
1986 AL 480 (8th)
Career 8,510 (7th)
Base-Out Runs Added (RE24)Win Probability Added (WPA)Situ. Wins Added (WPA/LI)Championship WPA (cWPA)
1980 AL 41.16 (5th)
1982 AL 34.45 (7th)
1983 AL 37.48 (3rd)
1984 AL 36.98 (9th)
1985 AL 56.27 (3rd)
1988 AL 49.86 (5th)
1989 AL 48.92 (3rd)
1990 AL 51.44 (1st)
1991 AL 39.42 (10th)
1993 AL 44.03 (8th)
Career 654.31 (23rd)
1980 AL 3.4 (7th)
1981 AL 2.2 (9th)
1982 AL 4.2 (3rd)
1983 AL 4.4 (3rd)
1984 AL 4.0 (5th)
1985 AL 5.0 (3rd)
1988 AL 6.9 (1st)
1989 AL 4.3 (2nd)
1990 AL 5.5 (1st)
1992 AL 5.4 (2nd)
1993 AL 4.4 (6th)
1995 AL 3.9 (9th)
Career 67.2 (15th)
1980 AL 4.1 (3rd)
1981 AL 2.3 (6th)
1983 AL 3.6 (4th)
1984 AL 4.1 (3rd)
1985 AL 5.2 (2nd)
1988 AL 4.2 (4th)
1989 AL 3.6 (6th)
1990 AL 5.8 (1st)
1992 AL 4.0 (4th)
1993 AL 4.1 (9th)
Career 60.5 (28th)
1981 AL 1.8 (10th)
1985 AL 4.8 (2nd)
1986 AL 2.5 (9th)
1988 AL 8.2 (1st)
1989 AL 6.6 (2nd)
1990 AL 6.6 (2nd)
1991 AL 3.1 (9th)
1992 AL 6.6 (2nd)
1995 AL 2.2 (7th)
Career 54.7 (55th)
Base-Out Wins Added (REW)Total Zone RunsDef. Games as LF (s.1901)Putouts as LF (s.1901)
1980 AL 4.2 (5th)
1982 AL 3.5 (7th)
1983 AL 3.8 (3rd)
1984 AL 3.8 (8th)
1985 AL 5.5 (2nd)
1988 AL 4.9 (5th)
1989 AL 4.9 (3rd)
1990 AL 5.2 (1st)
1991 AL 4.0 (10th)
1993 AL 4.3 (8th)
Career 65.0 (20th)
1980 AL 18 (5th)
1981 AL 22 (2nd)
1985 AL 13 (4th)
1989 AL 24 (1st)
1980 AL 157 (1st)
1981 AL 107 (2nd)
1983 AL 138 (4th)
1984 AL 140 (2nd)
1988 AL 135 (4th)
1989 AL 147 (1st)
1990 AL 118 (5th)
1998 AL 142 (5th)
Career 2,421 (2nd)
1980 AL 412 (1st)
1981 AL 323 (1st)
1982 AL 350 (2nd)
1983 AL 332 (3rd)
1984 AL 329 (2nd)
1988 AL 316 (2nd)
1989 AL 332 (1st)
1990 AL 291 (1st)
1991 AL 249 (4th)
1993 AL 259 (5th)
1998 AL 289 (4th)
Career 5,215 (2nd)
Assists as LF (s.1901)Errors Committed as LF (s.1901)Double Plays Turned as LF (s.1901)Putouts as CF (s.1901)
1980 AL 17 (2nd)
1981 AL 7 (4th)
1983 AL 9 (4th)
1984 AL 7 (5th)
1988 AL 9 (4th)
1989 AL 7 (5th)
1991 AL 10 (3rd)
1992 AL 9 (4th)
1993 AL 6 (5th)
Career 124 (19th)
1979 AL 4 (4th)
1980 AL 7 (4th)
1981 AL 7 (1st)
1982 AL 8 (3rd)
1984 AL 10 (1st)
1988 AL 12 (2nd)
1991 AL 8 (2nd)
1992 AL 4 (5th)
1993 AL 7 (1st)
1994 AL 4 (5th)
1998 AL 4 (5th)
2000 AL 3 (4th)
2002 AL 4 (5th)
Career 113 (10th)
1983 AL 1 (4th)
1988 AL 5 (1st)
1991 AL 1 (5th)
1992 AL 2 (3rd)
1993 AL 1 (5th)
1995 AL 1 (4th)
2001 NL 2 (2nd)
Career 19 (37th)
1985 AL 432 (4th)
1986 AL 411 (5th)
Errors Committed as CF (s.1901)Double Plays Turned as CF (s.1901)Def. Games as OFPutouts as OF
1985 AL 9 (1st)
1986 AL 6 (3rd)
1985 AL 3 (5th)1981 AL 107 (4th)
Career 2,826 (4th)
1980 AL 407 (5th)
1981 AL 327 (1st)
1985 AL 439 (2nd)
1986 AL 426 (4th)
Career 6,468 (3rd)
Assists as OFErrors Committed as OFDouble Plays Turned as OFTotal Zone Runs as LF (s.1953)
1980 AL 15 (5th)1981 AL 7 (3rd)
1982 AL 9 (3rd)
1984 AL 11 (3rd)
1985 AL 9 (4th)
1988 AL 12 (3rd)
1991 AL 8 (3rd)
Career 141 (87th)
1988 AL 5 (1st)1980 AL 18 (1st)
1981 AL 22 (1st)
1982 AL 8 (5th)
1983 AL 8 (4th)
1989 AL 24 (1st)
1990 AL 16 (1st)
1994 AL 9 (1st)
Career 58 (11th)
Range Factor/9Inn as LF (s.1948)Range Factor/Game as LF (s.1901)Fielding % as LF (s.1901)Total Zone Runs as CF (s.1953)
1980 AL 2.76 (2nd)
1981 AL 3.12 (1st)
1982 AL 2.64 (3rd)
1983 AL 2.71 (1st)
1984 AL 2.73 (2nd)
1988 AL 2.50 (2nd)
1989 AL 2.40 (2nd)
1990 AL 2.68 (1st)
1991 AL 2.37 (3rd)
1992 AL 2.43 (4th)
1993 AL 2.37 (3rd)
1994 AL 2.62 (2nd)
1996 NL 1.95 (4th)
1998 AL 2.37 (2nd)
2000 AL 2.38 (2nd)
Career 2.41 (3rd)
1980 AL 2.73 (2nd)
1981 AL 3.08 (1st)
1982 AL 2.52 (2nd)
1983 AL 2.47 (2nd)
1984 AL 2.40 (2nd)
1988 AL 2.41 (1st)
1989 AL 2.31 (1st)
1990 AL 2.51 (1st)
1991 AL 2.18 (2nd)
1993 AL 2.25 (3rd)
1994 AL 2.29 (3rd)
1996 NL 1.77 (4th)
1998 AL 2.05 (4th)
2000 AL 2.08 (5th)
Career 2.21 (12th)
1980 AL .984 (1st)
1981 AL .979 (5th)
1983 AL .991 (1st)
1984 AL .971 (4th)
1988 AL .964 (5th)
1989 AL .988 (2nd)
1990 AL .983 (1st)
1996 NL .985 (2nd)
1998 AL .986 (5th)
1999 NL .988 (2nd)
1985 AL 13 (1st)
1986 AL 6 (4th)
1987 AL 5 (4th)
Range Factor/9Inn as CF (s.1948)Range Factor/Game as CF (s.1901)Total Zone Runs as OF (s.1953)Range Factor/9Inn as OF
1985 AL 3.31 (1st)
1986 AL 3.15 (2nd)
1985 AL 3.11 (2nd)
1986 AL 3.01 (2nd)
1980 AL 18 (4th)
1981 AL 22 (1st)
1985 AL 13 (2nd)
1989 AL 24 (1st)
1990 AL 16 (3rd)
1994 AL 10 (4th)
Career 65 (52nd)
1981 AL 3.16 (3rd)
1985 AL 3.29 (1st)
1986 AL 3.08 (3rd)
Range Factor/Game as OFFielding % as OFSalaryOldest
1981 AL 3.12 (2nd)
1985 AL 3.16 (1st)
1986 AL 2.95 (2nd)
1983 AL .992 (3rd)1985 AL $1,470,000 (3rd)
1986 AL $1,570,000 (3rd)
1987 AL $1,670,000 (8th)
1988 AL $1,770,000 (9th)
1989 AL $2,120,000 (8th)
1990 AL $2,350,000 (7th)
1998 AL born 1958-12-25 (9th)
1999 NL born 1958-12-25 (4th)
2000 NL born 1958-12-25 (3rd)
2000 AL born 1958-12-25 (3rd)
2001 NL born 1958-12-25 (3rd)
2002 AL born 1958-12-25 (1st)
2003 NL born 1958-12-25 (3rd)
Range Factor/Game as OF
1979 AL born 1958-12-25 (8th)

(sources: Baseball Reference)

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