Mets Birthday Quote of the Day--Rickey Henderson

For two years of his storied career, Rickey Henderson was a Met. He played for the Mets in 1999 and 2000. In '99, he hit .315. and had 37 stolen bases. In 2000, he had 36 stolen bases for the Men from Flushing.

Henderson was the greatest leadoff man in baseball history. His list of accomplishments is incredible---all time leader in stolen bases, career lead off home runs, stolen bases in a season and career runs scored. He was also the 12 time leader in stolen bases, ten time all-star and 1990 MVP. He is one of the greatest players of all-time.

In honor of his Christmas Day Birthday and this two years with the Mets, he is the recipient of the Mets Birthday Quote of the Day.

"I could sit on the bench and score three runs."

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--Rickey Henderson