Quote of the Day: Ken Griffey Jr.'s Perfect Reminder

Ken Griffey Jr. is one of the greatest players to ever play the game of baseball. He is a Hall of Famer who was a 13-time All-Star, one-time MVP and 10-time Gold Glove winner during his legendary MLB career. Griffey spent most of his time in the big leagues with the Seattle Mariners and Cincinnati Reds, while he also played one season with the Chicago White Sox. While some players take a more serious approach to the game, Griffey always made sure to have fun while on the field.

Fans loved to watch Griffey play. He made everything look easy, despite the fact that baseball is an incredibly challenging sport. You certainly do not hit 630 home runs and record a career .907 OPS by accident.

Griffey's mindset played a crucial role in his overall success on the field.

Ken Griffey' Jr.'s Quote Serves as a Perfect Reminder

Many young athletes look up to their favorite players. There was a time when almost every young athlete -- regardless of which sport they played -- watched all of Griffey's games. Young baseball players wanted to approach the game like he did.

There are players who approach playing their sport in an extremely serious manner. Some even play while feeling mad. Griffey took a different approach, and his quote perfectly explains why.

I can't play being mad. I go out there and have fun. It's a game, and that's how I am going to treat it."

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This story was originally published April 17, 2026 at 10:25 AM.