The Kid is coming home, and I couldn't be happier!!!Ken Griffey Junior made his decision to play for Seattle once again, although I understand he had a difficult time choosing between being close to home in Orlando or playing someplace where he is regarded as a hero and a franchise player.
Seattle needs a year of Ken Griffey Junior. Seattle sports teams need a little shot in the arm and the return of "The Kid" Seattle needs a pleasant distraction from tales of woe about jobs and houses. Baseball fans here need something to believe in again.
I saw Ken Griffey Junior hit his first home run at his first at bat, on the first pitch thrown when he played his first minor league game for the Bellingham Mariners against the Everett Giants one summer night long ago.
I was there when Ken Griffey Junior hit his first home run at his first at bat, on the first pitch thrown when he played his first major league game as a Seattle Mariner.
I was there when Ken Griffey Senior played his first game as a Seattle Mariner alongside his son at the Kingdome and they had back-to-back hits. I covered the game for the Voice of America.
I want to be there when Ken Griffey Junior makes a triumphant return, this time at Safeco Field, the stadium built for his left-handed hitting. And I want to enjoy every minute.
