Rickey Henderson of the Oakland Athletics becomes the American League’s all-time stolen base king.

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On May 29, 1990 — During a 2-1 loss to Toronto, Rickey Henderson of the Oakland Athletics becomes the American League’s all-time stolen base king. In swiping third base after a two-out double in the 6th inning, Henderson’s steal his 893rd breaks the 62-year-old American League record of 892 set by Ty Cobb.

David Wells tops Dave Stewart in this pitcher’s duel.

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