MLB Legend Ken Griffey Jr. Pursues Professional Photography

Ken Griffey Jr., the legendary baseball Hall of Famer, has traded his bat for a camera, building a successful second career as a professional sports photographer.

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After retiring from MLB in 2010, Griffey initially picked up a camera to watch his children’s games while remaining unnoticed by fans.

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Learning from pro friends, Griffey mastered manual settings and high-end equipment like Sony Alpha cameras.

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He has captured action at the MLB Tokyo Series, NFL games, and even Lionel Messi’s matches.

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In 2025, he reached a milestone as an official photographer at The Masters.

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Griffey is not alone in this transition; former teammate Randy Johnson also pursued photography after baseball.

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Whether he is at a golf tournament or a football stadium, his signature backwards cap remains a constant, marking the exciting new chapter for one of baseball's greatest icons.

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What originally motivated Ken Griffey Jr. to start taking photos?

He wanted to earn extra income after retiring from MLB.

He wanted to watch his children’s games without being interrupted by fans.

He was hired by a newspaper to document professional sports.

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He wanted to watch his children’s games without being interrupted by fans.

What is one specific piece of advice Griffey received early in his journey?

Always use a tripod for stability.

Do not put the camera on auto mode.

Stick to black and white photography.

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Do not put the camera on auto mode.

At which prestigious 2025 event did Griffey serve as an official photographer?

The Masters at Augusta National.

The Super Bowl.

The World Series.

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The Masters at Augusta National.

Which former teammate is also known for a professional photography career?

Alex Rodriguez.

Derek Jeter.

Randy Johnson.

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Randy Johnson.

How does Griffey describe his own attitude toward his photography career?

He believes he is already the best in the industry.

He prefers to work alone without input from others.

He views himself as still learning and humble among veteran photographers.

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He views himself as still learning and humble among veteran photographers.

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