Mark's quote from Elrod Hendricks reminded me that I haven't given Ellie much love during the year. Brooks Robinson is considered "Mr Oriole". In my opinion, second place should go to Elrod Hendricks. For 37 years, 9 as a player and 28 as a coach, Elrod wore the Orioles uniform. He was truly an ambassador for the Orioles and baseball. He was great with fans, always taking time to interact with them, giving autographs and smiling. I can't believe it's been 15 years since he passed away. He is truly missed each year at spring training.
Here are some Elrod Hendricks items
2005 Program from his funeral
2005 Elrod Hendricks Funeral - Copy.jpg
1976 English Chicken Lid
1976 Englsh Lids (SmallElrod Hendricks) - Copy.JPG
Team Issued 8x10 photos as player and coach
Hendricks, Elrod 1 - Copy.jpg Hendricks, Elrod 4 - Copy.jpg
Hendricks, Elrod 7 - Copy.jpg Hendricks, Elrod 8 - Copy.jpg
Hendricks, Elrod 9 - Copy.jpg Hendricks, Elrod 10 - Copy.jpg
Hendricks, Elrod 15 - Copy.jpg Hendricks, Elrod 18.jpg