Monday, July 27, 2009

Rickey and Jim go to the Hall of Fame

I missed the HOF induction ceremony yesterday but caught Rickey Henderson and Jim Rice's speeches on MLB: http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=5639715. I feel fortunate to have watched Rickey in action during his prime, going for the stolen base record at the Coliseum. He was the best leadoff player I've ever seen, and his body never seemed to lose its amazing muscles, even in his later years. Jacqueline and I will see Rickey this weekend at the Coliseum and cheer for him as his number "24" is retired. I look forward to honoring his achievements and seeing his cute smile.