CNN —Major League Baseball’s all-time stolen base leader Rickey Henderson died at the age of 65, according to his family, per the Athletics.
“For multiple generations of baseball fans, Rickey Henderson was the gold standard of base stealing and leadoff hitting,” MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said in a statement.
“I still cannot believe I’ve lost one of my favorite teammates and great friend Rickey Henderson.
“Rickey Henderson was a dream to hit behind as teammate and a nightmare for a catcher as an opponent.
His loss will be felt not only by A’s fans but also by baseball fans around the world.
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