Rickey Henderson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 25, 1958 |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Hall of Fame MLB player, all-time MLB leader in stolen bases, runs scored, and leadoff home runs. |
Intro
Rickey Henderson is a retired American Major League Baseball (MLB) left fielder, widely regarded as one of the greatest leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball history. Over a 25-season career, he played for teams including the Oakland Athletics, New York Yankees, and others, and holds the MLB records for career stolen bases, runs, and leadoff home runs.
Early Life & Background
Rickey Henderson was born on December 25, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, but moved to Oakland, California with his mother at a young age. He attended Oakland Technical High School, excelling in baseball, football, and track before focusing on baseball as a career.
Career Highlights
- Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009
- All-time MLB leader in stolen bases (1,406), runs scored (2,295), and leadoff home runs (81)
- 10-time All-Star
- 2-time World Series champion (1989, 1993)
- AL MVP (1990)
- Gold Glove Award winner (1981)
- Played 25 seasons in MLB, primarily with the Oakland Athletics
Trivia
- Known for his unique and charismatic personality, often referring to himself in the third person.
- His jersey number 24 was retired by the Oakland Athletics.
- Played for nine different MLB teams during his career.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Rickey Henderson?
Rickey Henderson is 66 years old.
When was Rickey Henderson born?
Rickey Henderson was born the 25 December 1958.
Where is Rickey Henderson from?
Chicago, Illinois, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About December 25th, 1958, in brief:
- Historical events: Tchaikovsky's ballet 'The Nutcracker' (the George Balanchine version) was broadcast in color on prime-time television for the first time, airing as an episode of the CBS anthology series 'Playhouse 90'. This groundbreaking broadcast marked a significant moment in television and performing arts history, showcasing the emerging color television technology.
- Day of the week: December 25th, 1958 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: The Chipmunk Song by The Chipmunks
- #1 UK song: It's Only Make Believe by Conway Twitty
- Popular movie: Commandos directed by Armando Crispino
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