Ken Griffey Jr.

Date of Birth: November 21, 1969

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Ken Griffey Jr., born George Kenneth Griffey Jr., is a retired American professional baseball outfielder who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Seattle Mariners, Cincinnati Reds, and briefly, the Chicago White Sox. Born into a baseball family, Griffey was highly regarded for his exceptional talent, athleticism, and charismatic personality. He is widely considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Griffey was drafted first overall by the Mariners in the 1987 MLB draft and made his debut at the age of 19 in 1989. Over his career, he accumulated numerous accolades, including 13 All-Star selections, 10 Gold Glove Awards, and 7 Silver Slugger Awards. He was also named the American League MVP in 1997. Known for his smooth, left-handed swing and remarkable defensive skills, Griffey hit 630 home runs, ranking him sixth on the all-time home run list. Off the field, Griffey was known for his philanthropic efforts and involvement in various charitable organizations. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2016, earning 99.32% of the vote, the highest percentage at the time.

5 Interesting Facts about Ken Griffey Jr.

1. Ken Griffey Jr. is one of only 29 players in MLB history to hit 600 home runs.

2. He and his father, Ken Griffey Sr., are the first father-son duo to play on the same MLB team and hit back-to-back home runs.

3. Griffey was known for his iconic backward cap during batting practice, symbolizing his playful nature.

4. He has a video game series named after him, starting with “Ken Griffey Jr. Presents Major League Baseball” in 1994.

5. Griffey was a key figure in the 1990s Nike “Griffey” line of shoes and apparel.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ken Griffey Jr.

1. “Why should I stretch? Does a cheetah stretch before it chases its prey?”

2. “I knew unless I was going to die or get hurt, I was going to play baseball.”

3. “My dad told me, ‘You can be anything you want to be, but you’re going to have to work at it.’”

4. “I don’t believe just because you’re a professional athlete, you should be treated differently.”

5. “To succeed in baseball, as in life, you must make adjustments.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Ken Griffey Jr.’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $90 million.

Children

Ken Griffey Jr. has three children: Trey Griffey, Taryn Kennedy, and Tevin Kendall. Trey Griffey was a wide receiver in college football and had brief stints in the NFL.