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Rickey Henderson, baseball Hall of Famer and stolen base king, has died at 65


Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, the brash speedster who shattered stolen base records and redefined baseball’s leadoff position, died Friday at age 65. The Athletics said Saturday they were "shocked and heartbroken by his passing," but did not specify a cause of death. Known as baseball’s "Man of Steal," Henderson had a lengthy list of accolades. (Associated Press)

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Rickey Henderson, baseball Hall of Famer and stolen base king, has died at 65


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