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Commends Gunnar Randal Henderson, a native of Montgomery, Alabama, for winning the 2023 Silver Slugger Award and the 2023 Jackie Robinson American League Rookie of the Year Award.

Recognizes Henderson's high school accomplishments including being named Alabama Sports Writers Association's Mr. Baseball and Gatorade Player of the Year in 2019 while batting .559 with 11 home runs and 75 RBIs.

Details Henderson's professional baseball career including being drafted 42nd overall by the Baltimore Orioles in 2019, named Baseball America's Minor League Player of the Year in 2022, and making his MLB debut on August 31, 2022.

Highlights his 2023 season accomplishments including hitting a 462-foot home run at Camden Yards, setting an Orioles rookie record for extra base hits at 66, and finishing with 28 home runs, 82 RBIs, and a .814 OPS.

Dedicates the resolution to Henderson in recognition of his athletic achievements and dedication to excellence as an example to young athletes across the nation.