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A member of the Miami Marlins made history on Saturday despite the team suffering a 6-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs. When Griffin Conine came up to bat in the bottom of the fifth inning, he did so with Miami trailing 5-2.

Chicago Cubs News / NBC Sports / August 31

Watch: Eric Hosmer on why Pete Crow-Armstrong's player comp is Ken Griffey Jr. | Fanta in 60

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 31

Pete Crow-Armstrong in Ken Griffey Jr. territory with amazing August

Virtually no one can stop Pete Crow-Armstrong. The Chicago Cubs’ center fielder is putting on a clinic this month with the playoffs around the corner. In fact, PCA’s excellence is so great that he has found himself in the company of Ken Griffey Jr, per Sarah Langs of MLB.com.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Just Baseball / July 14

The 10 Greatest All-Star Game Performances of All-Time

It’s almost time for the Midsummer Classic, Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game. Still the premier mid-season contest of any of the United States’ major sports, the MLB All-Star Game conjures up memories of remarkable and sometimes unexpected performances.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / The Spun / July 12

Ken Griffey Jr. Sparks Debate With Ranking Of Top 5 Hitters Ever

Ken Griffey Jr. is one of the best to ever do it. The Kid, who also went by "Junior," is one of the best hitters and outfielders in the history of Major League Baseball.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / June 29

5 Greatest Seattle Mariners Hitters of All Time

Some of the greatest baseball hitters in history have played extensively for the Seattle Mariners. The likes of Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro Suzuki, and Alex Rodríguez all thrived in the Pacific Northwest, with the former two wearing Mariners hats on their Hall of Fame plaques.

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 24

Colt Emerson Joins Ken Griffey Jr., Alex Rodriguez in Mariners' History

The Seattle Mariners' top prospect, infielder Colt Emerson, just turned in his best offensive performance through the first seven games of his major league career.

MLB News / Kicks on SI / May 8

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Nike Sneakers Return in Iconic Mariners Colors

MLB legend Ken Griffey Jr. holds a special place in the hearts of 90s kids everywhere. We copied everything from his backward hat to his sneakers (unfortunately, his silky smooth swing cannot be replicated).

Seattle Mariners News / Total Pro Sports / May 3

Seattle Mariners Were Selling a Massive Hot Dog With The Raunchiest Name In Honor Of Randy Johnson

The Seattle Mariners introduced a temporary food item with the most inappropriate name to honor Randy Johnson. On Saturday, the Seattle Mariners retired Randy Johnson’s jersey No.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 20

MLB Makes Ken Griffey Jr. Announcement On Monday

Ken Griffey Jr. has one of the most iconic names and swings in MLB history. Griffey Jr. had an undeniable career in the majors. Some of his accomplishments include leading the American League in home runs four separate times, including three consecutive seasons (1994, 1997–99), winning seven Silver Slugger Awards, and being named AL MVP in 1997.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Quote of the Day: Ken Griffey Jr.'s Perfect Reminder

Ken Griffey Jr. is one of the greatest players to ever play the game of baseball. He is a Hall of Famer who was a 13-time All-Star, one-time MVP and 10-time Gold Glove winner during his legendary MLB career.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / March 26

Ken Griffey Jr. Shares Hilarious Superstition from Playing Days

Ken Griffey Jr. had a career to remember. The Hall of Fame center fielder was a 13-time All-Star, 10-time Gold Glover, seven-time Silver Slugger and former MVP.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 10

Ken Griffey Jr. turned heads with amazing photo he took as WBC photographer

Ken Griffey Jr. appears to be all-world talented in whatever field he tries his hand in. The Seattle Mariners legend has made waves in sports photography over the past few years, swapping his baseball glove for a high-end camera.

Seattle Mariners News / Kicks on SI / February 26

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Nike Sneakers Return in Retro Mariners Colors

Spring Training is here, and it is the most wonderful time of the year for baseball fans. Even better, all of the major brands are rolling out new and retro gear to celebrate the start of the new season.

Seattle Mariners News / Kicks on SI / December 10

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Iconic Nike Sneakers Return This Week

Seattle Mariners legend Ken Griffey's silky smooth swing and backwards hat helped develop an entire generation of baseball fans in the 1990s. Even better, Griffey's iconic Nike sneakers have withstood the test of time.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 10, 2025

Seattle Mariners Rookie Just Passed Ken Griffey in Team History with Big Night

The Seattle Mariners toppled the Tampa Bay Rays 7-4 on Saturday night at T-Mobile Park, winning for the eighth time in the last nine games. With the win, the M's are now 65-53 and just 0.5 games back of the Houston Astros in the American League West.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 26, 2025

Ken Griffey Jr. and Alex Rodriguez Just Got Epic Company in Seattle Mariners History

The Seattle Mariners turned in a clunker on Friday night, losing 3-2 to the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. The loss drops the M's to 55-49, but more importantly, it means they didn't pick up a game on the Houston Astros, Tampa Bay Rays, New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, all of which lost.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 10, 2025

Cincinnati Reds Legend Ken Griffey Jr. Has Awesome Job at This Year's Masters

Former Cincinnati Reds superstar Ken Griffey Jr. is at The Masters as a credentialed photographer this week. Griffey took up photography after he retired in 2010.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 11, 2025

Beloved Former Seattle Mariners Outfielder Discusses Pressure of Being Traded For Ken Griffey Jr.

Monday, Feb. 10, was the 25-year anniversary of the Seattle Mariners trading Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. to the Cincinnati Reds. It's a complex day in M's history, as it's always tough to think about trading the best player in the game and a guy who became a first-ballot Hall of Famer.

Chicago White Sox News / Fastball on SI / January 29, 2025

Chicago White Sox Set to Release Ken Griffey Jr. Bobblehead in 2025

The Chicago White Sox are coming off a dreadful 41-121 season in 2024. Not only did the White Sox finish last in the American League Central, they had the worst record in all of baseball, and they had the worst record in the Modern Era of baseball history.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 8, 2024

Unused Game Ticket From Ken Griffey Jr.'s Major League Debut Could Fetch Record Prices

An unused game ticket from the major league debut of Seattle Mariners legend Ken Griffey Jr. has been unearthed, and could fetch record prices. According to Darren Rovell of Clict, a gentleman uncovered some unused Oakland Athletics tickets.