1. Negotiation
... his stats in 2002. You can also read a general evaluation of the players traded to Seattle for Griffey that was written shortly after the trade took place. SEATTLE (AP) -- Ken Griffey Jr., wanting to play closer to his home in Florida, rejected Seattle's eight-year contract offer and the Mariners said they will try to trade the 10-time All-Star. Seattle presented Griffey a new contract proposal ... everybody." Rodriguez's agent, Scott Boras, did not immediately return a telephone call seeking comment. Goldberg said the Mariners "were very generous with their offer," but Griffey's desire ...
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