Sports world reacts to passing of all-time great Rickey Henderson

We are devastated to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson.

Across a 25-year career, Henderson was a 10-time All-Star, 3-time Silver Slugger Award winner, 2-time World Series champion and the 1990 American League MVP.

Nicknamed the “Man of Steal,” Henderson… pic.twitter.com/gOjtSbFkCz

— MLB (@MLB) December 21, 2024

24 Forever 💚💛 pic.twitter.com/a4C2J3jpSW

— Athletics (@Athletics) December 21, 2024

The greatest of all time. pic.twitter.com/QboSskM3LD

— Athletics (@Athletics) December 21, 2024

Sending our love to the Henderson family. ❤️ https://t.co/8hWAuiAlI0 pic.twitter.com/Z8zA00p1Iq

— Red Sox (@RedSox) December 21, 2024

We mourn the passing of former Padres legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer, Rickey Henderson.

Rickey played for the Padres from 1996-1997 and again in 2001. He broke Ty Cobb’s All-Time Runs Scored record with a home run late in the ‘01 season and recorded his 3,000th… pic.twitter.com/m3JmsscyEM

— San Diego Padres (@Padres) December 21, 2024

Statement from the New York Yankees:

Rickey Henderson was an all-time great player who commanded our attention like few players before or since, transcending our traditional understanding of how elite and thrilling a single player could be in in the batter's box and on the… pic.twitter.com/qeduKLmoUO

— New York Yankees (@Yankees) December 21, 2024

The Dodgers mourn the passing of Rickey Henderson, legend and Hall of Famer. The organization was privileged to have a small part in his career, and we offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans. pic.twitter.com/5pT5nDTZAo

— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) December 21, 2024

We join the baseball community in mourning the passing of Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson.

His impact on the game, in the community, and on our organization will be remembered forever.

Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time 💙 pic.twitter.com/tFd1K3oDgv

— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) December 21, 2024

The Angels are deeply saddened by the passing of Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson. While his time with our organization was brief, we feel fortunate to be a small part of one of the most dynamic careers in the history of baseball.

We would like to express our deepest condolences… pic.twitter.com/oMgDj8F8jH

— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) December 21, 2024

Saddened by the passing of our friend, Rickey Henderson, the greatest leadoff hitter in @MLB history! Was proud to induct him into our Hall of Game in 2015 along with Fergie Jenkins, Ozzie Smith and the late Luis Tiant. Condolences to his family, friends and legion of fans! pic.twitter.com/ZlVyjHwETY

— Bob Kendrick (@nlbmprez) December 21, 2024

I’m heartbroken at the news about the legend Rickey Henderson. To be able to be taught by someone I idolized as a kid, it meant so much that he took time to teach so many of us.

— Josh Reddick (@JRedDubDeuce) December 21, 2024

Rickey Henderson was a dream to hit behind as teammate and a nightmare for a catcher as an opponent. He was one of the most generous, hysterical and gracious human beings..He will be sorely missed..Prayers for his soul and family..#MLB #HOF pic.twitter.com/nL7tJeDIrE

— Mike Piazza (@mikepiazza31) December 21, 2024

Sad day for our Hall of Fame family with the passing of Rickey Henderson one of the greatest to ever play the game you’ll be dearly missed Brother RIP Rickey 😢🙏

— Wade Boggs (@ChickenMan3010) December 21, 2024

The greatest lead-off hitter of all time.

RIP Rickey Henderson pic.twitter.com/WmHskip3us

— Don Van Natta Jr. (@DVNJr) December 21, 2024

The Raiders Family mourns the passing of Rickey Henderson. pic.twitter.com/cbrNd1RgBN

— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) December 21, 2024

RIP Rickie Henderson! This is just devastating to our baseball community. Rickie was always the engine to my era. Always joking with us making me laugh constantly. One of the greatest to ever do it all on the field. The HOF want be the same for me.God Bless his family🙏🏾#Legend

— Frank Thomas (@TheBigHurt_35) December 21, 2024

Rickey Henderson was on the Red Sox in 2002, my first year on the beat. On the last day of that season, I told him it was an honor to cover him. I think he is the only player I ever said that to. RIP, Rickey, an iconic player and character.

— Ian Browne (@IanMBrowne) December 21, 2024

Rest in Peace to my childhood hero Rickey Henderson who I had the pleasure of covering with the Angels and getting to know in recent years in Oakland. The greatest player of all-time pound for pound was just as great as a person. Huge loss for Oakland, baseball and the world. RIP pic.twitter.com/aCIm7SWokm

— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) December 21, 2024

When Rickey Henderson got up to bat, you knew he’d be dusting himself off at second base soon, maybe even third

RIP, legend pic.twitter.com/0sItNpr5MV

— Eric Edholm (@Eric_Edholm) December 21, 2024

There has never been a more dynamic baseball player, an almost impossible combination of speed, power, and flair. Rest in peace, Rickey Henderson. You most certainly were the greatest of all time. pic.twitter.com/P2uUIWPgcx

— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) December 21, 2024

I’m heartbroken and devastated.

Rickey Henderson was an incredibly talented player but an even better human.

I’ll never forget all the incredible memories we created together. Memories I’ll never forget.

Rest easy my friend pic.twitter.com/pBcJjSP6fz

— Jose Canseco (@JoseCanseco) December 22, 2024

There are HOF’ers and then there Rickey Henderson category HOF’ers. Truly one of the greatest players to ever play the game. It was an honor to play with Rickey in 2002. RIP Rickey. https://t.co/JpK01TqqFb

— Lou Merloni (@LouMerloni) December 21, 2024

Stephen pays homage to the 'Man of Steal', Rickey Henderson 💚 pic.twitter.com/aQqaHafLTS

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) December 22, 2024

The #SFGiants are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, one of the greatest and most electrifying players to ever play the game of baseball.

A true Bay Area legend, Rickey's larger-than-life personality and love for the game made him a… https://t.co/De4QX7wjiH

— SFGiants (@SFGiants) December 21, 2024