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Rickey Henderson makes his only visit to Long Beach, July 26th – 28th

July 19, 2005 - Golden Baseball League (GBL)
Long Beach Armada News Release


Long Beach, CA: The Long Beach Armada will continue their race for the pennant, when future Major League Hall of Fame outfielder, Rickey Henderson and the first place San Diego Surf Dawgs come to town, July 26th through the 28 th at 7:05pm. This is the only visit of the San Diego Surf Dawgs to Blair Field during the 2005 season.

Fans attending the Armada home game to see the future Major League Baseball Hall of Famer will be treated to FREE Rickey Henderson Bobbleheads. The first 1,000 fans in attendance on the 26th and the first 500 fans the following two nights (27th & 28th) will receive the limited edition collectable. Fans are encouraged to arrive early as tickets are selling fast.

The San Diego Surf Dawgs had a Golden Baseball League record 9 All-Stars selected with the Long Beach Armada having 6 of their own. This series will feature 15 of the best players in the Golden Baseball League, including the league leaders in multiple pitching and hitting categories.

"This is a great opportunity for fans of all ages to see a future Hall of Fame player and one of the all-time greats right in their home town at Blair Field", said Barry Stockhamer, General Manager of the Long Beach Armada.

Rickey Henderson, Major League Baseball's All-Time Stolen Base leader signed on with the San Diego Surf Dawgs. Rickey Henderson currently ranks third in the Golden Baseball League in stolen bases and on-base percentage.

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