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Why Griffey left Seattle. Lets Get into the all the reasons that caused Griffey to leave. 1. Safeco Field was harder to hit home runs. 2. Being close to family. 3. The
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1995 Score Seattle Mariners Team Set with Randy Johnson - 2 Ken Griffey Jr & 2 ARod - 26 Cards : Collectibles & Fine Art
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Seattle Mariners' Julio Rodriguez Joins Club with Ken Griffey Jr. and Alex Rodriguez - Fastball
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On this day in 2000, the Cincinnati Reds traded for Ken Griffey Jr.
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Drayer: Mariners' Safeco Field opener in 1999 was a curveball for the team - Seattle Sports
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Ken Griffey Jr. : The Kid Who Dominated Baseball
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Michael Rosenberg: After many years, Ken Griffey Jr. has managed to keep legacy intact - Sports Illustrated
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How Ken Griffey Jr.'s mad dash home in 1995 saved baseball in Seattle -- and ignited a Yankees dynasty - ESPN
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