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On 6/2/2010, Ken Griffey, Jr. of the Seattle Mariners, retired after a 22 year career (2671 games) in baseball. 'The Kid' was one of the classiest pros in ANY sport, period. His final MLB stats are .284 BA, 2781 Hits, 630 HRs, 1836 RBI, 1662 Runs, 184 SB, 13x All-Star Selection, 10x Gold Glove Award Winner, Most Valuable Player Award 1997, and he was named to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team. Hall Of Fame ? I hope so!!
Tribute video played on the big screen at safeco field pre-game celebrating griffey's 22 Major League Seasons
Ken Griffey Jr retires on June 2, 2010 and the Seattle Mariner's prepare a tribute highlight video prior to the game vs. the Minnesota Twins.
Ken Griffey Jr. retiring
a historic Hall of Fame career comes to an end 6/2/2010
ST. PETERSBURG -- There are no statues near any of the gates leading into Safeco Field, but anyone that knows anything about the Mariners understands that a bronze figure of Ken Griffey Jr. would be a worthy tribute. From the day in 1987 that Griffey wrote his name on a professional baseball contract for the first time, he has been synonymous with the Mariners franchise. Not even a 10-year hiatus in Cincinnati and Chicago took away what "The Kid" meant to Seattle baseball. His second stint with the organization that selected him first overall in the First-Year Player Draft, ended on Wednesday when Griffey announced his retirement, just two months into his 22nd Major League season. "I've come to a decision today to retire from Major League Baseball as an active player," Griffey said in statement released by the Mariners. "This has been on my mind recently, but it's not an easy decision to come by. I am extremely thankful for the opportunity to have played Major League Baseball for so long and thankful for all the friendships I have made, while also being proud of my accomplishments." He went on to thank his family and the Mariners organization for allowing him to finish his playing career where it started. "I look forward to aa continued, meaningful relationship with them for many years to come." Griffey ranks among baseball's all-time leaders in home runs (fifth with 630), multi-homer games (tied for seventh/55), extra base hits (tied for sixth/1192), total bases (12th ...
Ken Griffey Jr. has officially announced his retirement from the Seattle Mariners and Major League Baseball. What is his legacy in the sport? www.Twitter.com www.Facebook.com Tell me what you think! JRSportBrief@gmail.com
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Ken Griffey Jr. with a walkoff base hit to help the Mariners to a 4-3 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.
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...now he'll be ready to improve on his .214-19-57 season from a year ago as the Mariners primary DH. January 4, 2010 Ken Griffey Jr. is looking forward to his 22nd MLB campaign in 2010, according to USA Today. He re-signed with Seattle in the offseason...
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Ken Griffey Jr. will no doubt go down as one of the greatest baseball players ever! As of right now he's way past his prime and should hang up the cleats! What do you think? www.twitter.com www.facebook.com
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...— It turns out the end game is the only one Ken Griffey Jr. hasn’t mastered. Not that he’s alone. Every athlete says they’ll know when it’s time to walk away, but few ever do. Which is why we have the painful images of Willie Mays stumbling in the outfield...
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The Register Guard
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...tool goes here Ken Griffey Jr. is one of several Mariners struggling to get his batting average above .200 so far this season. The Seattle Mariners spring training clubhouse just got louder Ken Griffey Jr., as expected, is back in the fold. The Mariners...
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TheNewsTribune.com
http://www.thenewstribune.com/2010/05/10/1181082/for-griffey-and-mariners-the-end.html?source=rss
Me and my sister playing Ken Griffey Jr. Presents Major League Baseball for the SNES.
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Losing a perfect game was tough — but Brian Holman's been through tougherSeattle TimesIn the seventh, Rickey Henderson popped to center field, where a 20-year-old budding superstar named Ken Griffey Jr. made the catch. ...and more »
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Flamarlins.comFlorida Marlins talking points: Cameron Maybin goes deep on Jackie Robinson DayPalm Beach Post (blog)Maybin has two baseball heroes: Robinson and Ken Griffey Jr., which is why he wears No. 24 (Griffey's number and the reverse of Robinson's). ...Maybin, Marlins join Reds in honoring JackieCincinnati Redsall 5 news articles »
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Gutierrez a star defender in the makingMLB.com... have played for the Mariners, starting with Ken Griffey Jr. "He does everything so well," said Griffey, a 10-time Gold Glove winner with the Mariners. ...and more »
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The Guardian (blog)DG's 10@10: The Heaviest Numbers in BaseballSt. Louis Post-Dispatch (blog)What started with Ken Griffey Jr. approaching the commissioner Bud Selig about wearing No. 42 to honor Jackie Robinson on Jackie Robinson Day has blossomed ...I Love April 15thBaseball InkPlayers, Coaches, Umps, Fans Carry #42 To Honor He Who Carried ThemBleacher ReportDodgers to Celebrate Jackie Robinson DayInsideTheIvy.com (subscription)all 370 news articles »
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"The Kid" playing to the Ramone's "Spiderman."
MiamiHerald.comBradley homer beats his old teamSan Francisco ChronicleJohn Froschauer / AP Milton Bradley is hugged in the dugout by Mariners teammate Ken Griffey Jr. after Bradley hit a three-run homer. ...Bradley homer pushes Mariners past A'sSeattle Post Intelligencer (blog)Mariners manager Don Wakamatsu looks to pull team out of the dumpsOregonLive.com (blog)Lee awaits suspension hearingMLB.comThe Daily Evergreen -Seattle Times (blog) -Yahoo! Sports (blog)all 804 news articles »
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Globe and MailM's offense fizzles in 4-0 home-opening lossSeattle Post Intelligencer (blog)Former Mariners (from left) Jay Buhner, Dan Wilson, Randy Johnson and Edgar Martinez join Ken Griffey Jr. on the mound after Johnson threw out the ...Chuck Stark: Too Early to Push the Panic Button on MarinersKitsap SunSteve Kelley Mariners' lack of offense kills the buzz at home openerSeattle TimesGrateful Unit returns to Seattle for first pitchMLB.comThe Spokesman Review (blog) -The Canadian Press -The Associated Pressall 547 news articles »
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Play by playUSA TodaySingle: Ken Griffey Jr. singled to right. Runner on first with none out and Jose Lopez due up. Out: Jose Lopez struck out swinging. ...Jerry Brewer Home opener: Can the Mariners recapture our imagination?Seattle TimesYoung homers in Texas' win over MarinersTSNMariners prep for Monday's home openerOregonLive.com (blog)all 34 news articles »
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Colorado Rockies vs. Seattle Marniers in Albuquerque,New Mexico 4/2/10 at Isotopes Park
Mariner Memories: Photo of Ken Griffey Jr. taken back in 1990. The photo was signed by Ken Griffey Jr. during the 2009 season. Seattle Mariners. Autographed Photo of Ken Griffey Jr. Seattle, Washington. Tom, Eric and Mark Sakshaug also featured in the photo.
Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)Ken Griffey Jr. shows his old form with game-ending grand slamSeattle TimesGriffey, who is batting just .179 this spring, delights the fans and teammates with a walkoff grand slam against Cincinnati. By Geoff Baker Ken Griffey Jr. ...Walk-off slam perks up GriffeyMLB.comKen Griffey Jr.'s slam in 9th sends Mariners over Reds 6-5; Leake impresses ...The Canadian PressGriffey's grand slam among decisive ninth-inning blastsUSA TodaySeattle Post Intelligencer (blog) -Cincinnati.com (blog) -Fanster.com (blog)all 249 news articles »
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Ken Griffey Jr. hits a walkoff grand slam to give the Mariners a 6-5 victory over the Reds at Peoria Stadium in Peoria, Ariz. Kip Wells is the pitcher for the Reds
Ken Griffey Jr. hits a walkoff grand slam to give the Mariners a 6-5 victory over the Reds at Peoria Stadium in Peoria, Ariz. Kip Wells is the pitcher for the Reds. It would be the last home run Griffey hit in a big league uniform.
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...injury plague seasons, Griffey Jr. may be the greatest home run hitter of all time. In his illustrious 21 year career, Ken Griffey Jr. has hit 630 home runs. He ranks number five on the all time homerun list. If you remove steroid and HGH users (and suspected...
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FSN is giving Mariners fans an Unscripted look in to the life of future Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. during a new special titled Ken Griffey Jr. Unscripted, premiering on Monday, March 1st at 7:00 pm. FSNs Brad Adam was given the exclusive opportunity to take viewers along as he visited Griffey at his offseason home in Orlando, Florida. During his time with the legendary centerfielder, Adam and FSN got a peek inside the future Hall of Famers trophy room, discussed various topics about baseball and beyond and even joined in on one of his favorite pastimes, playing a round of golf at the single-digit handicappers home course, Isleworth Country Club. FSN will re-air Ken Griffey Jr. Unscripted again at 10:00pm on March 1st as well as additional dates and times throughout the month of March. Log on to www.FSNinsider.com for a complete list of air dates and times.
Ken Griffey Jr and Torii Hunter play a game of Sandlot baseball in a Dks Sporting Goods store.
1994 Ken Griffey Jr. presents Major League Baseball for Super Nintendo Commercial with Cito Gaston
A mailday form eBay. I said Ken Griffey Jr. Sr. that is funny
Ken has it. Ayala throws it. Mattingly swings. goldtoofmonsta.com
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SEATTLE -- Ken Griffey Jr. is being rewarded for his leadership and seniority.
According to contract figures obtained Monday by The Associated Press, the deal Griffey signed this month to return to the Seattle Mariners for one more season as a
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Sporting News
http://www.sportingnews.com/mlb/article/2009-11-23/griffey-could-earn-39m-2010-0
Ken Griffey JR stays with Seattle Mariners for 2010 on November 11, 2009
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It's official: Ken Griffey Jr. is coming back to the Mariners in 2010.
The outfielder, who will be 40 on Nov. 21, has reached a one-year agreement to play his 22nd year in the major leagues, as first reported in The Seattle Times. The Mariners made the
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The Seattle Times
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2010251249_mari12.html?syndication=rss
Griffey talked to members of the media about his season and his future.
Ken Griffey Jr comes up and blasts the game winning home run against The Oakland Athletics on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at Safeco Field in Seattle. It was Griffey Jr.'s 628th career home run.
Didn't see a gameplay vid of this one up yet, so here's this.
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There hasn't been one whisper about banned substances.
This may sound a little bit odd, but what you have to like about Ken Griffey Jr. is that his game has declined with age. He hasn't had a great season since 2005 and his offensive production has
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Associated Content
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Ken Griffey Jr & Ichiro take batting practice at Kaufman Stadium on August 4th, 2009.
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Louie G and Zizzy go to the batting cages! After finding out that Louie G "sucks at it". He decides to hang up his baseball dreams...
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