Complete 'Thanks, Brooks Day' Special Ceremony | 9/24/22 | Baltimore Orioles

[@Hettepop]

Rest in peace, Mr. Oriole We lost Brooks Robinson just two hours ago. He is in the HOF and I hope the 2023 Os team wins it all for him.

[@Pattheog]

This was so beautifully done. He will be missed in Baltimore and the baseball world for sure. RIP to the GOAT

[@salmaccarrone2401]

Thanks Dusty Baker that was a class act. We love our brooksie

[@josephyodiceyodice5990]

Met him at a Baseball Card Show in New York about 35 years ago and found him to be one of the nicest and most down to earth persons I've ever met. He deserves all the praise and respect that he gets. 👏😊 GOD BLESS BROOKS

[@oriolesfan7807]

Yes he is. An extremely friendly person.

[@jeffreyisenberg830]

Definitely. I met him at a distributor show in the late 1980's. Being an Orioles fan since I was a youngster, I was in awe of meeting my favorite player. We spoke for about 5 minutes during the show. I was quite nervous, but he made me feel comfortable and at ease the moment we started talking. We talked about baseball and my recollections of certain situations and games. He was engaging, polite, and seemed genuinely interested in the subject matter we discussed. Never met another player or celebrity like him as most will give you a few seconds and move on. He will always have my utmost respect and admiration.

[@chrishamre9408]

My uncle would have loved to see this. Brooks was his all time favorite player. He passed in 2018 (cancer). Rip uncle Chris

[@Fmr.PBAJoeJenkinsII]

Sorry for your loss. RIP 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@rson1962]

Sorry for your loss.

[@chrishamre9408]

@@Fmr.PBAJoeJenkinsII thank you

[@chrishamre9408]

@@rson1962 thank you

[@skiplevescue5436]

He was the best and your uncle too .god bless

[@paulks2339]

When your childhood heroes start to age it makes you sad , but then you think of all the joy they brought watching them play, then trying to emulate their game, you can just say Thanks Brooks !! God bless a great player and a better human

[@manofiske3318]

Like the rest of us '[they] start to age' at the moment of conception; that's a long time 'to made sad'

[@plmintexas509]

Astros fan here. Great tribute from the O's and their fans for Brooks. First class all the way. I loved how Brooks and Alex Bregman chatted there briefly. I imagine Breggy said "I'm tryin' to handle the hot corner like you". I remember Brooks in his heyday. He certainly was the best.

[@salmaccarrone2401]

Thank you Astros fan. He's even more loved in Baltimore than Cal and Ray lewis

[@steveng6911]

RIP Brooks.

[@tommytube268]

As a lifetime Yankees fan, Brooks Robinson was a player who was respected and when he made “those” plays you just shook your head in amazement. The Yankees have Old Timers Day, it’s unfortunate that they don’t invite opposing players such as Mr. Brooks Robinson to demonstrate the ability of the players who truly made winning, losing and competing at this level so special.

[@calvingrove5924]

That was awesome. I especially appreciated that Dusty Baker took the time to greet Brooks personally. Although the two never played against one another, they did overlap in their playing times. Such a classy move on Bakers part. I truly hope that the young O's understood the greatness that is Brooks that they were experiencing

[@usaveteran-retired6464]

I so agree! Dusty Baker showed such great respect to Brooks Robinson - Especially poignant today, as Mr. Robinson has just passed away. The passing of another MLB Legend, and a true Gentleman.

[@bipolarvortex]

Even as an Indians fan, I have always had incredible respect for Brooks Robinson… the best defensive third baseman ever.

[@johnherney4093]

Alex Rodriguez Nolan arenado

[@bipolarvortex]

@@johnherney4093 Arenado is great, but he pales by comparison to Brooks Robinson. Rodriguez was a great hitter, but I don’t think is worthy of this discussion defensively.

[@huckstaunfiltered8200]

​@@johnherney4093hahaha you can't be serious.. A-Rod..lol just stop

[@DanielBarberMusic]

This made me a little teary just watching that great man ride along the warning track waving to people. One of the greatest ever to play the game, and apparently as good a man off the field as well. Life is precious, and he has made it better for so many of us. Thanks indeed, Brooks!

[@Fmr.PBAJoeJenkinsII]

Thank you for all the childhood memories, Brooks. You're the best. GO O'S.

[@michaelbarnhart2593]

How wonderful. It can be hard seeing your heroes grow old, but in our hearts and memories, they will always be eternal.

[@skiplevescue5436]

Because they be for real brother

[@richardmorris7063]

Living Legend!

[@roll2134]

He's lucky to be alive and walking around after falling off a 12-foot stage in 2014. He suffered numerous fractures in his skull, spine, back, and shoulder and lost 5 inches in height as a result of the spine fractures.

[@Cavalier.440]

The good old days of Brooks Robinson and the Orioles back in the day when they were always competitive. Ripken was lucky that his father was part of the organization, cuz Cal learned from the best.! 🌅

[@Wixom2200]

I am 62. I loved the Orioles on the 69-79. My dad loved the Orioles. He took my Papa to the 66 series and brought home a program I found years ago in our house. He took me and my brother to Cincinnati for the 70 All-star game and World Series. Brooks put on a show. Brooks and Frank my main boys!

[@richardmorris7063]

I wasn't even an Orioles fan & I can name most of that 70s team. One of the best ever & Brookes was the best in my eyes.

[@nickzendano1366]

That’s a legend kids!!!

[@brianwilliams4570]

The Greatest Oriole Of All Time

[@SaundersE5]

Him and his twin brother Frank.

[@stevencruz3977]

I seen him play in the 69 series and the 70 series and 71 series as a Mets fan I am glad we won but to see him play was a great honor he was spectacular in the field.

[@carl_d_music]

Beautifully done O’s!! #5 will always represent all that is good about the game of baseball. A true legend on and off the field.

[@LBlucher13]

Like so many my age born in Baltimore, I grew up a huge fan of Brooks Robinson. I became a sports broadcaster and had the great thrill of interviewing Brooks. How cool it was to discover that my childhood sports idol was not only an amazing baseball player, but also a genuinely nice man and a class act. Thanks, Brooks!

[@Maxwell1901]

RIP Brooks 05.18.37-09.26.23 Thanks for everything

[@theend2353]

He deserves it so much another Maryland legend. Thanks Brookes.

[@depaola63]

I’m now 59 and was very touched to see this young stud in 1970 as an elder now ….brought a tear as Father Time gets us all if we are lucky to get to live as long as Mr. Robinson 💪 I share the same date of birth as Brooks and Reggie Jackson of May 18th. Thank you for the wonderful memories sir. 💫

[@richardmorris7063]

I'll never forget his plays @ third against the Mets & Pirates. I can still visualize them, what range & what an arm..

[@roll2134]

Considering the terrible accident he had in 2014 at a charity event at the Hard Rock Casino he's fortunate to be walking at all. The chair he was leaning back on plunged off the edge of a 12 foot stage and he landed hard on his head. He suffered fractures in his skull, bleeding in his brain, and fractures in his back, spine, and shoulder. He lost 5 inches in height as a result of the spine fractures. He sued the casino for having an unsecured stage.

[@depaola63]

@@roll2134 wow I didn’t know that happened 🙏💪❤️

[@millardhale85]

One of the best Baseball Players I have ever seen

[@mikecarver8770]

He was a heck of a ballplayer!!! He was one of my heroes growing up!!!

[@rhondatuzzio7669]

What a legend. I am glad he was able to participate in this tribute. We love you, Brooks!

[@TheYamahog12]

When I was a kid Brooks Robinson’s name was often used when referring to a great defensive baseball play. He was, and remains, the gold standard of third basemen. I consider myself fortunate to have seen him play. It’s a very nice tribute to the man. Still I haven’t seen him in many years and it’s sad to see what time does to us.

[@ProSportsOutlook]

September 24th is a day to give a special thanks to Brooks Robinson! A man with many achievements to show in his career, Thanks, Brooks Day'!

[@skiplevescue5436]

We shall never see another 3rd baseman as great as thee

[@johnfury6481]

Win the whole thing for Mr Oriole! Go O’s and may Brooks rest in Heavenly Peace.

[@Lava1964]

The first MLB game I ever attended was July 1, 1972 Baltimore at Detroit. My father and I had box seats near third base. I had only ever seen Brooks Robinson on TV before, but there he was in front of me playing third base at Tiger Stadium. It was something special for this eight-year-old to see the living legend that close to me.

[@danielsmith6539]

Rip Brooks forever a Baltimore Oriole

[@TheCream14]

Best 3rd baseman I ever saw. And I'm a Cardinals fan.

[@davidbirks7166]

I grew up in a town 35 miles from Baltimore. Brooks Robinson was my hero. He was the reason I became a third baseman and he is, with tremendous respect to Cal Ripken Jr., the greatest Oriole of all time!

[@chriskelly6559]

Brooks was a great player, and is a better man. Love ya Brooksie!

[@AAW25]

ALL HAIL, MR. HOOVER!!!!! Thank you, Mr. Robinson for giving an amazing one of two third basemen for my all time team. 🧡#5🖤#5

[@NES8440]

R.I.P. Brooks Robinson ✝️🧡🖤⚾️🙏🏾

[@broncodeviltexas]

I grew up in Baltimore in the 60s with the Orioles and Colts. What a great time to become a sports fan.

[@johnturner7952]

RIP Brooks Robinson

[@ThorGHammer]

I am one of those parents who named my son Brooks after him. I was not old enough to see him play. I met him when I was kid and he was so kind to me. I never forgot it. Good to see him get his flowers. The man is legend both on and off the field. Love you Brooks!

[@Perma-Tempo]

I had to come over and watch this. I wish I had caught it last season. I wish I understood the magnitude of it all. But I do now. Seeing him throw the pitch the Gunnar, seeing the respect on the faces of Adley, Ced and everyone else. I wish that stadium was packed for him. I wish he was able to stay with us just one more month, to see this team go for the glory that he helped provide the city of Baltimore for so many years. But, this moment means so much, to have the chance to pair the original Oriole with this young, talented bunch. That fleeting moment of time where these paths cross. It's everything baseball.

[@robertharper3003]

We love you. Brooks!

[@kareng4658]

WE LOVE YOU BROOKS!!!!

[@paulmerkler5004]

The best 3rd base player in mlb...remember watching him at memorial stadium as a kid....when baseball was a true sport

[@spencecallis301]

RIP Mr. Brooks Robinson

[@oriolesfan7807]

My hero Oriole; #5 Brooks Robinson (to mimic Orioles announcer Rex Barney). I'm glad I was there too. He even wore that familiar plaid shirt I've seen him wear elsewhere. I dread this could be his last public appearance. Thanks Brooks for all the wonderful memories. I did notice the lack of attendance compared to the original in 1977 at Memorial Stadium. That Thanks Brooks Day was a sellout. Btw, thanks Orioles for putting this on YT - a treasure to keep forever.

[@TR-yi8up]

Brooks was the best 3rd baseman of all time and was only eclipsed by being an even better human being.

[@thelewinski4922]

I attended the original "Thanks Brooks" at Memorial Stadium in the mid seventies when he actually retired.

[@andresguillen9186]

Thanks for the memories!! Orioles legend always

[@daveconrad9073]

My wife & I were there in 1977.

[@thehaughtcorner]

A great player and a great man. Love you, Brooks!

[@John-qv1jm]

Brooks was a phenomenal baseball player!!✌️😎👌

[@hillbillyknifenut83]

This was so amazing ! Thank you Brooks !!!

[@Classicrocker6119]

I never get tired of watching these pre-game ceremonies. Even though he has passed away Brooks Robinson will continue to live on in the hearts and minds of baseball fans everywhere! Thank you Brooks! May you RIP!

[@chrisschumacher4418]

The human vacuum cleaner. Respect and congratulations. Thanks Brooks and you will be remembered as the all time kind hall of famed 3rd baseman forever.

[@MikeBUSA]

G.O.A.T.

[@stevenosmond2168]

When I played Third base I practice playing like him.

[@chalkbunt81]

Ditto. When I was a kid, every back-handed diving catch was referred to as " just-like Robinson".

[@ericboyce6720]

What a shame the club wasn’t successful in promoting the event…he’s a legend and should only be treated that way. He is an humble man and wouldn’t think of himself over anyone else…why not show him more reverence?

[@chop3625]

Those great Orioles teams, Baseball’s glory days and none better than Brooks or the way he played the game. Best 3rd bagger ever.

[@rson1962]

This was a great celebration of a true legend of the game....& a awesome human being. I met him a couple of times and he was very pleasant to talk with.

[@aresef]

I’m really glad he got to experience this before he died.

[@robparadise6099]

One of the BEST ever (both fielder and hitter).

[@generalmorose3523]

Yipes, he looks like Bob Dole. The Orioles teams of 1969-71 were fabulous. I miss the way baseball was played back then, it wouldn't even be possible a player today to be renowned for defensive prowess because it isn't part of the strikeout/home run derby.

[@caballitodemar7616]

Increíble jugador, mis respetos y admiración.

[@rollotomassi6374]

Brooks was a neighbor in Lutherville and lived across the street from my cousin…he was the greatest third baseman in baseball……and a great ambassador for Baltimore….we will always love Brooks.

[@SaundersE5]

That man was pure class.

[@anthonypaparo1975]

My dad and I use to watch Brooks and Frank and the team 😢 back in the day. What a great time it was.

[@ronachten2902]

You are a lucky person. Witnessed professionalism and pride, win or lose. Sports, and our country are in short supply of both currently.

[@SaundersE5]

Up on 33rd Street

[@richardmorris7063]

Watching him play in the World Series I the early 70s what a thrill. He could dive & extend himself 15 ft behind third, snare the ball pop up & rocket the ball over to Big Boog Powell. You just knew he was having a ball. Best I've seen, him @ third maybe Ozzie @ short..

[@royrostjr1352]

OMG you are awesome to watch it's was great watching you guys play I am always a Os fan ❤ I am 61years old

[@stevedrums1675]

I'm a Yankees fan who adores Dusty Baker. What a mensch coming out to greet Brooks.

[@markbakovic4978]

Thank you Brooks a great ballplayer God Bless Thank you for all the memories

[@thomasshoemaker5934]

Im one of the many named brooks and its quite the honor👏

[@gracie2375]

Beautiful tribute 🎉

[@HatCreekMan57]

He is my favorite player ever. I only wish I could have seen him play in person.

[@allancollins7860]

My childhood hero. Thank You sir !

[@greggorup1006]

Pirates fan... he was a legend

[@deansapp4635]

Love you, Brooks

[@vanglez765]

I remember clearly those days, like in this days kids used to say, I want to be like Mike, I used to say I want to be like Brooks. Thanks Brooks for the memories.

[@jonbeckleymorrisblues]

Mr. Brooks Robinson it seemed like you always came up with at least one magical play every game. But, you really turned on the heat against those beloved losing Senators of mine 40 miles south finding ways to beat them that they still scratch their heads about no doubt. Thanks for playing Baseball with all your heart and soul the only way you could have. The Robinsons--Brooks & Frank never forget.

[@Monster202-v9j]

This is beautiful

[@Chris-cq5pw]

This is so cool

[@56077]

Back in the day the Orioles were a team you just love to hate. As the years went by I must admit they were a very competitive team Managed by Earl Weaver that did not have any bad seasons to my recollection. I am Impressive for a man of his age that he still gets around as good as he does. God Has blessed Brooks Robinson very kindly.

[@nr1osfan]

You talk about getting a lump or lumps in the throat.....Thank you for posting this!!!...

[@usaveteran-retired6464]

Wow - Go Figure. RIP , Brooks Calbert Robinson Jr. (May 18, 1937 - September 26, 2023). HOF Baseball Player and HOF Gentleman. God bless his memory, and God bless and comfort his Family and Friends.

[@jerryjones188]

Thanks Brooks!

[@saddletramp6935]

Best 3rd baseman i ever saw play,bar none.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Brooksie deserved every bit of this, and then some. He's been married to his former airline attendant wife Connie for 63 years.

[@depaola63]

He’s 85⭐️

[@williamstalvey6920]

What a player!!! Bill Buckhead Ga

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Back then, Baltimore Orioles had the best defensive players in all of MLB.

[@55giantsfan22]

Awesome

[@baxterray451]

Mr. Third Base !

[@rafaelramirez1507]

Love you Brooks 🌟

[@jeanpreston8009]

How could there be so many empty seats for a tribute to Brooks Robinson? AND I'M A YANKEE FAN!😳🤷‍♀️

[@darnold9747]

All very nice but I didn't see the point of going to the pitching mound and tossing a pitch. He wasn't a pitcher. A more fitting tribute would a get-together at third base while showing his defensive highlights at the same time.

[@ronachten2902]

Good point. After all, that area around 3rd was his office.

[@lgen2458]

When are the Orioles ever going to win or compete in another World Series?

[@TheBatugan77]

Never.

[@1970sRacing]

simply the best! #5

[@vanglez765]

Who dared not to cry?

[@chalkbunt81]

He's still with us? Cool.

[@kenarthur6253]

Greatest Oriole and Third Baseman ever. Vacuum.