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Today in Oakland A's history (5/1): Rickey Henderson sets career
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On this date, 1991: Rickey dives headfirst into baseball history
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The 24 best players in Oakland Athletics history
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Nolan Ryan, Rickey Henderson made history on May 1, 1991 - Sports
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Best left fielders in A's history
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Rickey Henderson elected to Hall of Fame by 94.8 percent of voters
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Henderson, Rickey Baseball Hall of Fame
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The Life And Career Of Rickey Henderson (Story)
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AN Interviews Rickey Henderson - Athletics Nation
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Timeline: The A's, from Philly to K.C. to Oakland
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Rickey Henderson makes big league debut with A's
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Rickey Henderson - Oakland Athletics OF