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Sources: Braves join Mariners in Griffey pursuit 2009-02-15


Sources: Braves join Mariners in Griffey pursuit 2009-02-15
Mariners or Braves? Braves or Mariners? Ken Griffey Jr. could make a decision on his future as soon as Monday and according to one source, it "could go either way."

The Braves emerged as a potential alternative for Griffey over the weekend -- and apparently they're an attractive one.

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Griffey, 39, has spoken with Braves general manager Frank Wren, but the talks are "fluid, still developing," another source says.

Griffey's agent, Brian Goldberg, did not return a phone call seeking comment.

The Braves are trying to sign a left-handed hitting outfielder, preferably one who can platoon with Matt Diaz in left and also play center on occasion.

The team also wants to re-sign free-agent left-hander Tom Glavine, but has only between $6 million and $8 million left to spend, sources say.

Griffey, a free agent for the first time, could choose the Braves over the Mariners for several reasons:

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Author:Fox Sports
Author's Website:http://www.foxsports.com
Added: February 15, 2009

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