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Ken Griffey Jr.

Outfielder
Position
RF
Bats
L
Throws
L

Contract: Signed through 2008 with club option for 2009

  • Height: 6-3
  • Weight: 218 lbs
  • Born: Nov 21, 1969

  • Debut: April 3, 1989

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November 11, 2009

The Seattle Mariners have agreed to a one-year deal with outfielder Ken Griffey Jr., according to the Seattle Times. No financial details have been released by the team at this point.

Our View:

Not a big surprise here, as Griffey said he wanted to come back for one more season with the M's. His role will be limited to mostly platoon DH duty next season, so he will not have much fantasy value once again.

October 26, 2009

USA Today is reporting that Mariners' outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee to remove a bone spur on Monday. The expected recovery time for the injury is four-to-six weeks.

Our View:

Griffey hasn't announced what his plans are for next season, but this surgery is minor and shouldn't affect his decision much either way. He hit 19 homers this season, and would likely be welcomed back in Seattle if he decides to play.

October 3, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. hit his 19th homer of the season in the Mariners 2-1 win over the Rangers.

Our View:

Junior needs a home run in tomorrow's regular season finale for his first 20+ homer campaign since 2007. He currently has 15 seasons of 20 or more bombs in his career.

September 30, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. was a standout in Wednesday's 7-0 win over Oakland at Safeco Field, as he went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer off Clay Mortensen.

Our View:

Griffey hit a homer in back-to-back games, and has 18 for 2009. Tonight's blast was No. 629 of his great career.

September 30, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer off Trevor Cahill in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Athletics at Safeco Field. He also scored two runs.

Our View:

The future Hall of Famer is only batting .214, but launched 17 homers. Tonight's shot was No. 628 of his career.

September 20, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr.'s bug day on Sunday helped the Mariners to a 7-1 win over the Yankees. Griffey went 2-for-3 with a double, a home run, two runs scored, and four RBI.

Our View:

This was a rare big day for Griffey, and it is always good to see the legend produce. He is far past his prime, but he is still capable of producing every now and then.

September 16, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. went 1-for-4 with a solo homer off Freddy Garcia in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to Chicago at Safeco Field.

Our View:

Griffey launched his 15th homer of 2009, and No. 626 of his career. He snapped a nine-game skid without a home run.

September 3, 2009

The Associated Press is reporting that outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. would be open to returning to Seattle next season "if it works out for both sides." Griffey is hitting .221 with 14 homers and 43 RBI this season.

Our View:

Griffey has been slowed by injury this season, and his best days are far behind him at this point in his career. The people of Seattle love him, and if he does come back next season it will likely be in a limited capacity.

September 3, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. could rejoin the Mariners lineup as early as Thursday after an MRI on his balky left knee revealed only inflammation, according to the Everett Herald.

Our View:

In 95 games this season, Griffey is batting just .221, though 14 of his 71 hits have been home runs.

September 1, 2009

MLB.com reports that Ken Griffey Jr. is out of Tuesday's lineup due to a sore left knee.

Our View:

Griffey had an MRI on the knee this morning, but it's not considered serious and he's expected to return by Thursday. Mike Sweeney DHed in his stead.

August 30, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. sat out Saturday's game due to a sore knee, according to MLB.com. Griffey is expected to be ready to play on Sunday.

Our View:

Griffey's career is winding down, so it will be nice to see him play as much as possible. Expect him to play tonight, but he will likely see more time on the bench as the year closes out.

August 23, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. hit his 401st career Mariner home run on Sunday, but that would all the M's could muster in their 6-1 loss to Cleveland.

Our View:

Enjoy these moments, baseball fans, as they could be some of the final great ones in a long and Hall-of-Fame worthy career.

August 13, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. singled home the game-winning run in the bottom of the 14th inning to give the Mariners a 1-0 walk-off winner.

Our View:

Griffey came into the game as a pinch hitter and became the instant hero. The Seattle hometown favorite is now hitting .300 with eight RBI in August.

August 10, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. led the Mariners in Monday's 6-4 win over the White Sox at Safeco Field, as he went 2-for-4 with two RBI. Both of his knocks were singles.

Our View:

Griffey is hitting .296 with two homers and seven RBI over seven games this month. The future Hall of Famer is worth consideration for AL-only leagues while productive.

July 25, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. was not in Seattle's lineup on Friday against the Cleveland Indians, according to MLB.com. The team faced lefty Aaron Laffey, and Chris Shelton got the nod as the team's DH.

Our View:

This doesn't seem like a big deal, but the problem is that the M's will face a lefty starter in their next four games. Griffey won't sit all of those games, but don't be shocked if he does spend some time on the pine over the next week.

July 11, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. went 3-for-4 with two runs scored in tonight's 6-4 loss to the Rangers at Safeco Field. He hit a double and two singles.

Our View:

Griffey was in need of a solid performance at the plate, as he only had three hits over his previous 18 at-bats. He has gone eight straight games without a homer.

July 1, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. was productive in tonight's 4-2 loss at the Yankees, as he went 2-for-4 with a solo homer off Andy Pettitte. His other hit was a single.

Our View:

Griffey has crushed a homer in four of his last eight games, and he is a nice source for power in deeper fantasy leagues if you can handle his anemic .219 batting average. Tonight's home run was No. 621 for his career.

June 21, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. returned to action as a pinch-hitter Sunday night against Arizona after missing Saturday's game due to having his sore knee drained.

Our View:

He should be able to serve in a DH role this week. The Mariners are off Monday and start a three-game set against the Padres at Safeco Field Tuesday.

June 21, 2009

According to the Seattle Times, Ken Griffey Jr. was not in Saturday's lineup due to having 60 cc's of blood drained from one of his sore knees.

Our View:

Griffey's troublesome knees are no secret, but having blood drained out of them sounds horrible. No word on how long he'll be out, but the team didn't make a big deal out of it so it's likely not as horrific as it sounds. Consider him day-to-day.

June 18, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. went 2-for-5 with an RBI in Thursday's 4-3 loss at San Diego. He hit a single and a double.

Our View:

Griffey is hitting well right now, as he has four hits and four RBI over his last three games. He is worth a look for AL-only leagues for his next outing.

May 22, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. is not in the lineup on Friday against former teammate Randy Johnson, according to the AP. Manager Don Wakamatsu will instead hit Mike Sweeney as the DH.

Our View:

Sweeney simply hits left-handers better than Griffey. This could develop into a platoon situation if Griffey's struggles continue.

May 20, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. went 1-for-2 with a home run, two walks, a run scored, and an RBI in the Mariners' 6-5 loss to the Angels on Tuesday.

Our View:

Griffey has struggled this season with his old team, but he looked very much like the Griffey of old tonight, hitting home runs and taking walks. Don't expect much out of him this season, but he will occasionally drop a bomb for you if you do have him on your team. He is AL-only material at best unless he really starts hitting the long ball on a regular basis.

May 10, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Mariners to a 5-3 win over the Twins on Sunday. He also doubled in the game and finished with two RBI.

Our View:

Griffey has five hits and a home run in four games since returning from an illness. He is finally hitting over .200 and carrying a .218 average.

May 6, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. will return from the flu on Wednesday night to fill the DH role from the sixth spot in the batting order, according to The Seattle Times.

Our View:

Griffey has looked terrible this season hitting .190 with two home runs, but he continues to do a passable job with 14 walks and 15 strikeouts signifying that a turnaround is still possible for the aging former slugger.

May 5, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. is out of the lineup Tuesday for the third straight day due to a flare-up of a colon condition called diverticulitis, according to the AP.

Our View:

Manager Don Wakamatsu said he thinks Griffey will be back in the lineup Wednesday night. The veteran is hitting just .190 in 63 at-bats this year.

May 4, 2009

The Seattle Times is reporting that Ken Griffey Jr. is out of the Mariners' lineup on Monday will a case of the flu.

Our View:

No, not that kind of flu. This seems to be a minor illness and Junior should be fine to return to the lineup in the next few days. Keep him out until further notice.

April 27, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. is not in the lineup for tonight's game against the White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

Griffey could still be available to pinch-hit against his former club. He is off to a poor start with a .192 average over 52 at-bats.

April 16, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. went 2-for-4 on Wednesday as the Mariners beat the Angels 11-2. He hit a home run, drew a walk, and accounted for an RBI and a run scored. His home run was his 400th as a Mariner.

Our View:

The Mariners dominated the favorites to win their division and their favorite son reached a milestone in the process. Griffey has just two RBI through seven games, but more opportunities figure to be coming as Ichiro Suzuki has returned to the lineup. Still, he's an extremely risky fantasy option.

April 14, 2009

ESPN.com is reporting that Ken Griffey Jr. will serve as the DH in the Mariners' home opener against the Angels Tuesday due to a tight back.

Our View:

Griffey almost had to be in the lineup tonight for the M's home opener, but if his back is sore he's probably not going to improve upon his current 2-15 start.

April 6, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. hit a home run in the fifth inning off of Francisco Liriano during Monday's 6-1 win over Minnesota. He finished the game 1-for-3 with an RBI, a run scored and a walk on the day.

Our View:

The fans in Seattle have to be pleased with the performance, and so should his fantasy owners. He started in right field and was later lifted for a pinch-runner. He will make most of his starts at DH as soon as Ichiro Suzuki returns from the DL.

April 4, 2009

The Seattle Times reports that Ken Griffey Jr. will start in right field on opening day, but that will not necessarily be a staple of Ichiro Suzuki's stint on the DL. He will likely DH the next two games and sit out a fourth as the team does not want to push him on Minnesota's Astroturf.

Our View:

There are some expectations forming around Griffey that may not be entirely fair. Another 490 at-bats, which is what he managed last season, should be viewed as a good season. There's still some power there, and there's a chance he really takes to the DH role. Regardless, if you're expecting 30 home runs and 100 RBI, you're in for a rude awakening.

April 4, 2009

MLB.com reports that Ken Griffey Jr. may replace Ichiro Suzuki in right field until Ichiro returns from his bleeding ulcer. He will miss the first eight games. Wladimir Balentin is the other option.

Our View:

Griifey has played left field and DH this spring, but the move won't be a difficult one for the veteran. He played mostly in right with the Reds for the last two seasons. Regardless of if he's in the field or at DH, Griffey figures to be in the Mariners lineup more often than not this season.

March 24, 2009

Outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. went 2-for-2 with a pair of doubles, one run, and two RBI in Tuesday's tie with the Rangers.

Our View:

Junior is still hitting only .240 this spring, and we have little reason to be positive about his 2009 outlook. He remains just a late-round AL-only play.

March 21, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. was 1-for-3 with two runs scored on Saturday. He is hitting .174 this spring.

Our View:

Stay away from Griffey. He's having a miserable spring, and unless you like old guys who can't hit, there's no reason to put him in your lineup.

March 20, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. hit his first home run of the spring Friday against Milwaukee. He was 1-for-3 with a pair of RBI.

Our View:

A designated hitter role in Seattle may just be what the doctor ordered for the 39-year-old Griffey. While he may see some time in the Mariner outfield, the veteran faces less of a chance of breaking down and thus should provide owners with some quality depth in his new role.

March 5, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. participated in his first spring training with the Mariners Wednesday and according to the Associated Press, his left knee held up just fine. Unfortunately Griffey went hitless in the contest.

Our View:

Griffey will most likely DH the majority of the season. His power has faded considerably and projects to be a last resort in deeper AL-only leagues.

March 2, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr.'s swollen knee has improved enough that he will make his spring debut on Wednesday as the Mariners' DH, according to the AP. He hit for 10 minutes earlier on Monday. "Junior looked great," manager Don Wakamatsu commented afterward.

Our View:

Junior could see a lot of time at DH as the Mariners boast a pretty talented crop of defensive outfielders. The 39-year-old comes with a lot of risk, and we would advise against getting caught up in the hype surrounding his return to Seattle.

February 19, 2009

The Mariners have had a rush on tickets after Ken Griffey Jr. was signed by the club, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

The team sold more than 16,000 tickets on Thursday, the day that the former Mariner super star rejoined the team. Who knows what impact he will have on the field but he is registering an effect at the ticket window.

February 18, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. has ended his brief flirtation with the Braves on Wednesday by agreeing to return to the Mariners, according to ESPN. His deal is believed to be a one-year contract with a $2 million base salary plus incentives.

Our View:

Griffey was one of baseball's elite players during his years with the Mariners, but it's unlikely that he'll have much of an impact there as he's in the twilight of his career.

February 17, 2009

The rumor that Ken Griffey Jr. has agreed to a deal with the Braves is not true, according to 1530Homer.com. Griffey's agent Brian Goldberg stated the report is not true, and Griffey is "still kicking things around" regarding where he will play.

Our View:

His choices are believed to be down to the Braves and Mariners.

February 17, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. reportedly agreed to terms on a deal with the Braves, according to David O'Brien of the the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. A deal is yet to be announced though and this could still be speculation.

Our View:

If this proves to be accurate, Griffey would platoon with Matt Diaz in left field. Griffey is fond of skipper Bobby Cox and owns a home in Orlando, where the Braves' training facility is located.

February 16, 2009

MLB.com reports that Ken Griffey Jr. met with Braves GM Frank Wren on Monday and his agent is scheduled to meet with Wren tomorrow. Shortly thereafter Griffey is expected to announce where he will be playing next season.

Our View:

The Mariners are the other possible destination and their offer is believed to be on the table. Assuming the Braves can offer more money and the Mariners do not up their current offer, expect Griffey to be a Brave next season. He figures to start if he winds up in either Atlanta or Seattle.

February 15, 2009

John Hickey, of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, reports that free agent Ken Griffey Jr. will likely make a decision Monday on whether he wants to sign with the Mariners or Braves.

Our View:

Whomever he chooses, Griffey will be providing that team with an instant offensive upgrade. Both the Braves and Mariners could use some extra pop in their lineups, finishing 23rd and 26th, respectively, in the majors in home runs last season.

February 15, 2009

SI.com reports that Ken Griffey Jr.'s agent indicated on Sunday that there is currently no clear favorite between the Mariners or Braves at this moment. Both teams have recently been aggressive pursuers of Griffey.

Our View:

Most baseball fans would probably rather see him wind back up in Seattle, where he had a sensational run to start his career. We also like the idea of him having the option to DH. Neither park is considered a hitter's park, so we feel his fantasy value would be higher if he signs with the Mariners.

February 14, 2009

The Braves are reportedly making a run at reeling in Ken Griffey Jr., according to Jerry Cresnick of ESPN. The Braves have started negotiating a deal with his agent, so Griffey is not headed back to Seattle just yet.

Our View:

The Braves are looking for a bargain outfielder, as they also want to sign Tom Glavine, and only have around $6-8MM to work with. Griffey lives in Orlando, where the Braves' training facility happens to be located. He also has a good relationship with skipper Bobby Cox and would be willing to platoon with Matt Diaz in left field.

February 13, 2009

According to the Seattle Times, a locker in the Mariners' clubhouse has mysteriously become vacant, perhaps in anticipation of the arrival of outfielder Ken Griffey Jr.. The locker once occupied by the departed Raul Ibanez was recently taken over by Mike Sweeney. However, Sweeney has since moved his spot, leading utility man Russell Branyan to speculate that he might be reunited with his old teammate. "Is that going to be Griffey's locker?" Branyan asked.

Our View:

Branyan, who played with the future Hall of Famer in Cincinnati in 2002 and 2003, said he had a conversation with Griffey in January at the latter's home in Orlando. Branyan said Griffey was very receptive to the possibility of returning to Seattle.

February 13, 2009

Despite Ken Griffey Jr.'s statement that his signing with Seattle was "all rumors" on Thursday, the Seattle Times still insists that the Mariners are "progressing rapidly" towards re-signing the outfielder. Apparently, all he needs to do is pass a physical for a one-year deal to be completed.

Our View:

Since leaving Seattle, Griffey has had operations on both knees, hamstrings, his shoulder, his wrist, and his foot so passing a physical may be more difficult than anticipated. Would he love to see a great year from Griffey back in Seattle? Of course. Do we think it will happen? Not at all. However, we like the idea of him being a full-time DH.

February 12, 2009

Contrary to earlier reports, Ken Griffey Jr. has not signed with the Mariners, according to the Associated Press. "We don't know what we're doing next year with respect to Seattle. It's all rumors," Griffey said Thursday after finishing his round at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in California.

Our View:

The deal is still very close to being done and Seattle still needs a bat with some pop. Griffey will see some time at designated hitter for the Mariners, a team that used 16 different players at that spot in 2008.

February 12, 2009

According to Prospect Insider, the Seattle Mariners have reached an agreement on a one-year deal with free-agent outfielder Ken Griffey Jr.. The former M's player and the organization reportedly agreed on the deal some time Wednesday, and now both sides are sifting through the small print and finer details. Griffey will earn $5 million, with additional money available via incentives based on plate appearances.

Our View:

In his 11 seasons in Seattle, Griffey hit 398 of his 611 career home runs and led the Mariners to their first-ever playoff appearance in 1995. Ideally, Seattle would like to play the future Hall of Famer at the most three days a week. He would likely fill the DH role when not given the start in the outfield.

February 12, 2009

After Bobby Abreu and Adam Dunn were taken off the free agent market, the Mariners have decided to speed up talks with Ken Griffey Jr., according to ESPN. Both sides have made significant progress, but it is unknown if the Mariners offered him a formal proposal.

Our View:

Griffey covets a one-year deal in the $5MM range. He is a fan favorite in Seattle as he played the first 11 seasons of his career there, and would be brought back to fill their need in the outfield following the departure of Raul Ibanez. Garret Anderson remains on the Mariners' radar as well.

February 7, 2009

According to the Seattle Times, the Mariners are becoming more and more fond of the idea of bringing back outfielder Ken Griffey Jr.

Our View:

The Mariners have all but dwindled their choices for an RBI-producing outfielder to Griffey and Garret Anderson. The two put up similar numbers in 2008, with Griffey hitting three more home runs and Anderson driving in 13 more runs. Anderson is two years younger, but Griffey would likely create more revenue for the franchise, if for no other reason than drawing nostalgic fans to Safeco Field.

February 4, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. is believed to covet a one-year deal in the $5-6 million range, according to the Seattle Times.

Our View:

Griffey is 39 but feels he is worth his preferred salary based on the fans and revenue he would generate at the ballpark. Griffey could be a backup plan for the Mariners if they cannot reel in Bobby Abreu or possibly Garret Anderson.

January 24, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. and the Rays had some mutual interest, according to the Dayton Daily News. However, that ended when Tampa Bay brought in Pat Burrell.

Our View:

The overall market for Griffey Jr. is pretty quiet, which isn't surprising with sluggers like Manny Ramirez and Adam Dunn still out there in a down market.

January 22, 2009

The News Tribune reports that the odds of Ken Griffey Jr. returning to Seattle seem to be declining.

Our View:

Griffey only hit .249 last season in 490 at-bats. There are not many teams that need a starting outfielder at this point, so it will be interesting to see if Griffey signs on anywhere before opening day.

January 15, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr.'s rep (Brian Goldberg) is talking to four MLB clubs, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

There are two teams each in the AL and NL. The Mariners are one, but not the Reds or Rays. His knee is believed to be healthy after off-season surgery and may be signed to a one-year deal in the $3-4 million range.

January 4, 2009

Ken Griffey Jr. is still drawing interest from five clubs, according to Sports Illustrated. The Rays and Mariners are two of the interested clubs, with one other AL team and two NL teams looking at the future Hall of Famer as well.

Our View:

Griffey Jr. can still be a serviceable player but may have to settle for a one-year deal due to his injury history.

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