Playboy Interview: Rickey Henderson

September, 1990

Playboy Interview: Rickey HendersonEver since he hit the big leagues, outfielder Rickey Henderson of the Oakland Athletics has thrilled his fans--and dismayed his detractors--with his audacious base running and blazing speed. This season, he broke Ty Cobb's lifetime record of 892 stolen bases and, barring injury, could well top Lou Brock's all-time record of 938.Nor is Henderson any slouch at the plate. Nearing summer's All-Star break, he and slugger teammate Jose Canseco led the A's at the plat...