American - Athlete | December 25, 1958 -
You never had the opportunity to play with some of the great ballplayers, but being that close around them, and being in the same category, was a great feeling, to feel that vibe of all the best players who played the game.
Rickey Henderson
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I wanted to be a part of something special and contributing to the launch of a new league was very exciting to me.
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I did so many things that made me a threat.
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In baseball you train the whole body, except for the hip and eyes.
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Even the slowest guy can go from first to third and help win a ballgame.
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Just because I believed in what I was doing on the field and dedicated myself to playing the game, does that mean I'm cocky? Does that mean I'm arrogant?
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People always ask me why I still want to play, but I want to know why no one will give me an opportunity. It's like they put a stamp on me: 'Hall of Fame. You're done. That's it.'
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People say I stole a lot of bases. I stole the bases for a reason. I crossed the plate.
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Certain guys, they can see a guy do a certain thing with their glove and know what pitch is coming. I couldn't do that. But I can get on first base and I can tell you by his move if that pitcher is going to first base or home plate every time.
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Somehow, I've been blessed to be able to have the young spirit inside - not feel like every year I get a year older. I feel like every year I get a year younger. I don't wake up in the morning with aches and pains.
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People recognize me - but if you've been in the public eye as long as I have and people don't recognize you, I feel bad about myself.
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I have to play baseball to make me happy. I have to be an athlete. But when it's all said and done, I'll be a normal father. A normal-type house man.
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