Ken Griffey Sr.
Baseball player, 3-time All-Star
Born
April 10th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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One of the prominent figures in Major League Baseball, this individual played primarily as an outfielder. Career spanned from 1969 to 1991, featuring tenures with the Cincinnati Reds and the Seattle Mariners. Achieved notable success as a member of the Cincinnati Reds, contributing to their 1975 and 1976 World Series championships. Also participated in multiple All-Star games and was recognized for exceptional batting skills.
Contributed to Cincinnati Reds' World Series titles in 1975 and 1976
Selected as a 3-time All-Star
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