Griffey Re-signs with Mariners

11/11/2009
Matthew Livi
Ken Griffey Jr. has re-signed with the Seattle Mariners.

Seattle Mariners' Ken Griffey Jr watches his single to center field against the New York Yankees in the seventh inning at SAFECO Field in Seattle.



Ken Griffey Jr. has agreed to a one-year contract with the Seattle Mariners, reports USA Today. Griffey played for the Mariners last season, when he only hit for .214 and had a career-low .735 OPS. This will be his 22nd season in MLB.

According to the Associated Press, Griffey is currently baseball's active home-run leader. His contract with the Mariners is estimated to be worth $2 million. Griffey will likely play as a designated hitter for the Mariners next season.

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