[jammin' jamey]

I read that article, too, but just because he will not actively seek a trade doesn't mean that he isn't unhappy in Cincinnati. If you have read his comments to the Seattle media, as well as other comments he has made in recent months (such as time where he said something along the lines of 'I live in Orlando, I only work in Cincinnati'), it seems as though he is implying he wants out without actually saying the words.

You're talking about a man in the twilight of his career who has never been to a World Series, who now finds himself on a team with little chance of success in the next couple years, and who has been turned on by a majority of his 'hometown' fans. I believe that Griffey, while not actively seeking a trade, would welcome a move to the right situation.

I liken Griffey's trip to Seattle like running into an ex-girlfriend - all you remember are the good times and when you part you think of what "might have been." Then after you reflect a little and get back into your routine, you start to remember the "other stuff" that you didn't like.

Griffey said yesterday, "I always thought I'd be back," he said. "I just didn't know when. As an athlete you always want to retire with the team you started with. . . . I'm no different than anyone else."

If the Reds can get their younger players (Votto/Homer/???) to come through and get some help from their bullpen and proven leadoff hitter, Griffey will forget about going back to Seattle.

Just remember though, Griffey has one more year on his contract and a team option for 2009 for decision time is coming quicker than some Reds fans want to believe.

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