No one is more deserving of this than Brooks Robinson. He was the GREATEST third baseman in the history of baseball. He is a kind person, a very humble person. I've loved #5 for years! YEAY BROOKS!!!!
@shimwooley
7 жыл бұрын
Brooks is my hero ! He's why I've been an Oriole fan for 47 years !
@Armyofficer
11 жыл бұрын
I met Brooks Robinson at a Subway opening in 1980 - he was signing autographs, and was so friendly. He asked if I was Boog Powell's son, and he was very engaging in conversation. Mr. Robinson beat my Reds in 1970, but I'm proud to say that it took Mr. Hoover's great play to overwhelm the Reds Brooks Robinson is a Hall of Famer - on AND off the field, and a true gentlemen. God bless him and the entire Robinson Family.
@1luiszepol
12 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Puerto Rico!!! God bless Brooks Robinson!
@brookamos5787
3 жыл бұрын
I met Brooks at the Crown gas station in Towson, Maryland sometime in 1978 or 79 after he retired from baseball when he came as Crown representative to give training to us station attendants. Both his sons worked there with me at the time, Brooks Jr. and Chris. Apparently they must have mentioned me to their dad. After he introduced himself I told him who I was and he replied, "Oh, I've heard all about you, I always hoped I'd get to meet you." I was flabbergasted! My assumption was that my first name is Brook. That's the kind of man he was, always supremely gracious to his fans. He was my number one sports hero up that point because ironically the magical season of 1966 was the first year I started following baseball, and of course the Orioles were my team and he was who he was. All that encounter did was raise my esteem for him to a level only a Brooks Robinson fan can possibly understand.
@csgolf24
6 жыл бұрын
This man is the definition of class. The greatest on and off the diamond. I have never myself or heard of anyone having a bad encounter with him. He always makes time for his fans and makes sure it's a pleasant experience. We love him so much in Baltimore, many of us really do name our children after him. There will never be another like Brooks.
@johnkoziol1537
3 жыл бұрын
A class act in EVERY way, shape, and form!!! And this is coming from a HUGE Boston Red Sox fan!!!
@Bob31415
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@salmaccarrone2401
8 ай бұрын
Thank you, he really was. We absolutely love our brooksie
@bwalla50
10 күн бұрын
Boston had Yaz and we had Brooks. Two greats.
@walman16
4 жыл бұрын
An amazing athlete and man. Brooks has always been a class act!
@saldifrancesca2500
3 жыл бұрын
What an incredible legend. Humble and gracious. The greatest of all time
@exitima
12 жыл бұрын
My dad used to do security at a building where Brooks used to do business at. I met him once and I'll never forget it.. He's one of the kindest men I've ever met. He definitely deserves this. Go Brooks!
@craigberg1942
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for delivering in the clutch all those times, Mr. Oriole.
@thomasfleig1184
7 жыл бұрын
Books was the most humble and gracious man to ever wear the Oriole uniform. I remember seeing him at a crown gas station talking to fans and signing autographs. He is not only a Baltimore legend, but a baseball legend
@rorygrime1202
2 жыл бұрын
This man was an idol of mine. One weekend in Cleveland, before each game of the series he talked to me as he warmed up. Remarkable human. Much RESPECT Mr Hoover... lol love you Brooks..
@AwesomeBeatles
7 жыл бұрын
I love you Brooks. My Dad transferred from Sparrows Point to Burns Harbor, Indiana. He used to take us to see The Orioles when they came to Chicago. In 1973 I remember coming up in the stadium from the 3rd base side and you were doing fielding practice. I was 12 years old and could not contain myself, I started yelling "Brooks", "Brooks" I think you looked over for a quick second. The Orioles won that night. My Dad passed in 1998. We went to Baltimore this year to see the O's. We sat 10 rows behind the Orioles dugout. You are a class act, Brooks. Chesterton Indiana loves you.
@Mississippi_Boomer
9 жыл бұрын
One of the classiest men in the history of sport, ANY SPORT.
@Anglovox
7 жыл бұрын
There is NO doubt!......No doubt......None.
@why-why-whywhywhy
7 жыл бұрын
Anglovox - You will not find many bigger fans of Brooks Robinson than me. Both for his talent on the field & class off of it, but off the top of my head I would confidently say that Tim Duncan & Joe Dumars easily equal him in both categories. With many more players in that stratosphere whom I could name if time permitted, as well.
@Anglovox
7 жыл бұрын
Earlier today, I had the high honor and privilege of briefly meeting and shaking hands with this man, my childhood hero......and not only is he as wonderful as advertised, he's even better than that. To me, It seems so incongruous that, especially in this highly cynical media age, such a "giant" of in the history of sport could be so warm, so decent, so humble, so noble of character, so generous of spirit, so thoughtful, and yet SO very approachable as well....All that, and he's never come close to doing anything to let us down.... I'm SO glad that I got to have HIM was my "childhood hero" during my youth, growing up in the Baltimore area.....From the bottom of my heart, Thank you, Brooks.....and please, be well.
@BaltimoreOrioles1954
12 жыл бұрын
We love you, Brooks!
@greasebawl
11 жыл бұрын
In 1977 Brooks Robinson hit a clutch home run off of Dave LaRoche of the Cleveland Indians to win the game in extra innings. Even in his final year, Brooks was THE MAN!!!
@JohnDoe-wb4iv
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brooks
@billholzman1912
12 жыл бұрын
Brooks and his glove slammed the door on the Reds in the 1970 World Series. I'm from Cincinnati, and what a absolute fire plug at 3rd. Brooks: You were one of the very best.
@TheNardyboy2000
Жыл бұрын
My father absolutely revered this man. In his (my father's) words, we're supposed to be thanking him and he dims his greatness to acknowledge others.
@salmaccarrone2401
8 ай бұрын
That's why we love brooksie. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
@stevencollins5806
3 жыл бұрын
In a word......CLASS!!!
@mulehead126
12 жыл бұрын
Along with the great Johnny Unitas, Brooks was my hero growing up.
@slapjohnson2808
3 жыл бұрын
Mine too Skydog. Class act!
@johnstieferman1686
9 ай бұрын
Me too brother..
@HippieBuddah
11 жыл бұрын
Aww, bless his heart! THIS is what sports is all about, class and dignity. A true professional and a Beast of a defensive 3rd baseman...
@deadenduass
2 жыл бұрын
Now that is the epitome of what class is, absolutely majestic Mr. Robinson. I know you are in Heaven, hope to see you there!!
@jbb5150
12 жыл бұрын
Class act..Thank you Brooks !!
@mrfxtrade
10 жыл бұрын
Brooks~ Thanks for the Great memories!!
@gvalley07
21 күн бұрын
Great athlete, Great human being.
@q8brotha007
12 жыл бұрын
CLASS!! i love this man...HOF on & off the field...gr8 memories of my B'more youth...........thanx to the greatest 3rd baseman ever!!
@290wayne
4 жыл бұрын
Thank You BROOKS! Baltimore couldn't have done with out you!
@timothybarnes524
10 жыл бұрын
The great #5 Brooks Robinson...
@Narkcop
9 жыл бұрын
Best and classiest baseball player of all time. Few players give as much as they get and Brooks always gave more.
@hisoverlorduponhigh90
9 ай бұрын
We love you Brooks.
@bwalla50
10 күн бұрын
Brooks was the greatest humble man I ever met. He will always be Mr Oriole.
@BobbyMurrayBluesGuitar
9 ай бұрын
I love you Mr. Robinson, Rest in Peace.
@AlexaZinkhan
11 ай бұрын
He is the best..............................
@nicklanese2210
8 ай бұрын
He certainly deserved one. Loved watching him from Cleveland. Rip
@COYOTE165A
12 жыл бұрын
The GREATEST 3rd baseman that ever played the game.Enjoy your retirement Brooks
@COYOTE165A
11 жыл бұрын
The Best 3rd Baseman to EVER play the game Barr none.?
@SmoothJazz98
11 жыл бұрын
I've got a little ball player of my own now, and although I have been a Braves fan my entire life, I can't think of two other idols for my son to emulate better than Cal Ripken and Brooks Robinson....the way the game (of life) should be played.
@NatalieM64
10 жыл бұрын
I saw him play in the early 70;s and this man was absolutely sensational at the hot corner.I was a mets and yankees fan but always came up scratching my head in amazement on a play brooks made.That man is good as advertised''!. I also witness watching greg nettles play third base[for the yankees] and loved what he did but came away saying Brooks robinson was simply the best to play that position.
@Snoopy380
6 жыл бұрын
Natalie Beavers-McFadden d
@oriolesandravens
9 жыл бұрын
As a life-long Phillie and Oriole fan, I grew up when Brooks was "old" but still winning gold gloves. People have tried to compare Schmidty to Brooksie. Not in your dreams. I'll take Brooks' clutch bat and Platinum gloves over Mike's home runs and gold gloves any day, any night, any series..
@rentslave
7 жыл бұрын
A very nice man,a fine player,but nowhere near Schmidt.Not even Santo.Brooks made too many outs.
@why-why-whywhywhy
7 жыл бұрын
Tom Dockery - C'mon now. While I to agree that Mike Schmidt is the greatest 3rd baseman MLB has yet to see, Brooks Robinson was just a few notches below him in terms of overall skill & talent. Yet miles ahead of Rob Santo in that department.
@rentslave
7 жыл бұрын
Go to Retrosheet to look up Santo's career.According to their rating system,he was the best player in the game three out of 4 years in the mid-60's,rating better than did F.Robby and Yaz.
@ohbrother8530
6 жыл бұрын
Tom Dockery C'mon Santos better than 2 triple crown winners. Orioles were about pitching defense and Brooks was perfect for the Orioles Way .
@kevincercie
11 жыл бұрын
If you love the game, It didn't matter what team you followed back then Brooks had the respect and admiration from every MLB fan including his peers and predecessor's today.
@DetroitSquirreL
11 жыл бұрын
brooksie is a class act!!
@Fairfaxcat
11 жыл бұрын
Charm City is the city of champions from Babe Ruth to Ray Lewis. Brooks, Louie Apparicio, Paul Blair, Mark Belanger, Frank Robinson, Wes Unseld, the Earls (Monroe and Weaver), Murray, Palmer, Art Modell and Ripkin. My word, we've only just begun naming them.
@Ariamaluum
12 жыл бұрын
You can always tells when a city loves a person.
@lmterps
10 жыл бұрын
Love this man like he was my brother.
@donnabazemore5169
11 жыл бұрын
THANKS BROOKS WE LOVE YOU
@stevepanos2050
7 жыл бұрын
Best third baseman ever period. I read a Sports Illustrated article 40 years ago, that said that people forget that Brooks would make (every game), 2 or 3 plays that no other player in the game would make. That would deny the other team hits or often extra base hits. Since stats are based solely on offense, they totally miss the value of a player like Brooks that took defense to a higher level. My favorite player of all times is No5 Brooks Robinson!
@carlose0318
11 жыл бұрын
its players like Brooks Robinson that make me proud to be an orioles fan. not just a legend on the field, but look how modest he is off of it. same with Cal, palmer, and others...got a new one in machado. bring it home orioles! just like the Ravens!
@Lava1964
4 жыл бұрын
Who was the fool who gave this clip a thumbs-down?
@scootdaws25
4 жыл бұрын
He is to Baltimore what Al Kaline was to Detroit. Class act all the way.
@drockkclapton
12 жыл бұрын
I caught myslef applauding at 5:20.
@larrypfister3113
8 ай бұрын
So hard to see my hero pass on. However heaven now has the 3rd baseman they deaerve.
@bailinnumberguy
11 жыл бұрын
If Brooks played today, he'd be making $30 million a year.
@kern39743
12 жыл бұрын
my favorite ballplayer
@christophernickerson8225
11 ай бұрын
Greatest 3rd baseman of all time ever!
@drockkclapton
11 жыл бұрын
Man. It was such a good season for the Orioles. I'm trying to care about football. (go Ravens I guess), But I can't wait for baseball season to crank back up. Up until. the end of this year, all you heard about on ESPN was the Red Sox and the Yankees. and then there was no choice. They had to talk about the O's. The Sox have to go through renovations. The Yankees rotation is going to be changing. Baltimore still has Buck at the helm, and we are going to be DEADLY in the coming season.
@michaelmelen9062
2 жыл бұрын
"Ain't the beer cold."
@h2ofield
3 жыл бұрын
What kind of idiot clicks 'dislike' on this video? Hang your head in shame. Brooks is a wonderful person.
@rayjr62
11 жыл бұрын
How much would a 26 year-old Brooks be worth on today's open market? ROLMAO. He'd end up owning part of the team he signed with.
@johnmbernard77
10 жыл бұрын
He would be worth a hell of a lot !
@oriolesandravens
9 жыл бұрын
FYI: 1966 MVP voting was .....1. Frank 2. Brooks 3. Boog. The only time in MVP history (I think it still stands) that 1,2,3 were from the same team.
@ohbrother8530
6 жыл бұрын
oriolesandravens Pretty close in 1960. Several pirates were at the top. I think 4
I couldn't agree with you more regarding Ripken and Robinson. You didn't really have to call this guy an idiot but I respect your opinion. By the way msm318 you mentioned that that "dud" was an "underrated dirtbag". You were halfway right. Underrated, yes at times he was and is. Dirtbag, well you missed the mark there. When you're trying to insult someone at least use right terms. You really made yourself sound like an....idiot. Hey mdsftx you were right!!!
@AlexaZinkhan
11 ай бұрын
Ain't the beer cold..............................
@THOMAS81Z
11 жыл бұрын
brookes & graig nettles, the 2 greatest 3rd basemen of all time
@69timotte
11 жыл бұрын
I love Brooks, but the two greatest Orioles are Jim Palmer & Eddie Murray.
@msm318
12 жыл бұрын
Boy, that dud Ripken couldn't hold this man's jock. When you talk about the greatest Oriole...it is by far this man. Ripken is an underrated dirtbag. Congrats Brooks! Not just the greatest Oriole, but the greatest 3rd baseman ever!!!!!
Пікірлер: 87