In a stunning turn of events, Major League Baseball has announced that the legendary Rickey Henderson, known affectionately as “The Man of Steal,” has stolen his final base, making a home run to heaven at the age of 65. Fans are already speculating about whether he'll be leading off in the celestial baseball league. Sources close to the baseball world report that upon arriving at the pearly gates, Henderson immediately attempted to steal home. Unfortunately, St. Peter was caught off guard and called a balk, leading to a spirited debate about whether Henderson's base-running skills could transcend the afterlife. Witnesses claim that his transition from earthly play to heavenly grind was marked by a swift pirouette and some classic “Rickey being Rickey” flair. Colleagues remember his unparalleled ability to swipe bases and hearts alike, often regaling fans with tales of his lightning speed and a knack for getting on base that would make a traffic cop green with envy. After all, if MLB had a stolen base quota, Henderson would have single-handedly fulfilled it every season — even from beyond the grave. Tributes poured in as baseball aficionados set up a GoFundMe page to send a custom-made golden base to heaven. “Rickey deserves nothing less,” said one devoted fan. “He’s probably stealing bases from angels right now!” His funeral is set to be a star-studded event, potentially featuring a legendary lineup of players ready to share their favorite Rickey anecdotes. Rumor has it that the program will include an exhibition where past players are given a chance to showcase their skills, but everyone knows it would be an uphill battle against Henderson’s otherworldly prowess, should he choose to make an appearance. Despite the atmosphere of grief, the Major League community remains buoyed by the thought that Henderson is up there, charming even the celestial umpires. Baseball insiders are already speculating on how his influence will manifest in the heavens, with some predicting that heavenly bases will be permanently enlarged to accommodate his stealing antics. Baseball fans recall Henderson’s unmatched swagger, which some might argue was entirely uncontainable, even in death. Meanwhile, Henderson himself couldn’t help but play the ultimate prank, reportedly leaving behind a message saying, “I’ll be checking the stats from the clouds!” As the baseball world comes together to mourn, one thing’s for sure: Rickey Henderson’s legacy will forever echo in the annals of baseball history. And when it comes to his impact on the game, there's no doubt he's put it into overdrive — one stolen base at a time.