Michael Jordan Once Asked LeBron James’ Favorite Player for an Autograph!
Who knew that Michael Jordan and LeBron James would apparently idolize the same man, this Twitter post ties it all together.
As the NBA season approaches, the flood of information pouring out of interviews, scrimmages and media day is overwhelming. From unknown tidbits to surprising revelations, this upcoming NBA season will be filled with stories from the past and present.
Today’s focus is on Michael Jordan, and while the overall story revolves around his exploits in the league, we’re getting closer to his “second” career. The Baseball Era.
For the uninitiated, Michael Jordan first retired in 1993 and embarked on a baseball career. Yes, he felt that he had achieved everything in basketball and decided to change sports. Who can blame him, he completed a hat-trick.
However, he couldn’t dominate the field like the NBA and was only a minor leaguer. But he already had a baseball idol before he took the mound. And he even asked for his autograph!
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(1993) Michael Jordan asking for Ken Griffey’s autograph at the MLB All Star Game is a moment of all time. 🔥
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— Timeless sports (@timelesssports_) July 14, 2021
Michael Jordan asks Ken Griffey Jr. to sign his baseball bat
Once, a star-struck Michael Jordan asked Ken Griffey Jr. to sign his baseball bat. Yes, imagine someone like MJ being dazzled by the stars, and yet this video is proof.
During the 1993 MLB All-Star game, MJ is seen wearing a Chicago White Socks jersey and walking through the locker room. And of course, he is accompanied by a trail of cameramen.
MJ goes to Griffey Jr for his autograph, with a baseball bat, and the star of the young Seattle Mariner obliges. Keep in mind that Griffey is barely 24 years old at the time. Even Michael was in awe of this young man.
It’s rare for someone of Michael’s stature to ask for an autograph, but he had to pay Ken his respect. Furthermore, MJ even took off his shirt, signed it and handed it to Ken.
How is LeBron related to history? Well, as we recently learned, Ken Griffey Jr was LeBron James’ favorite athlete growing up!
LeBron James Claims Ken Griffey Was His Favorite Athlete Growing Up!
During the Lakers’ media day, LeBron was part of a quick social media takeover of the franchise. Here he talked about various things that he liked and even revealed that his favorite player as a child was none other than Ken Griffey Jr.
Learn more about LeBron James during this short Lakers Media Day Q&A 🔥
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— Clutch Points (@ClutchPointsApp) September 28, 2022
No hesitation, not even a pause. It was quite evident the impact that Ken Griffey Jr had on children growing up.
Who would have thought that MJ would ask for an autograph from a baseball player who is also a favorite of LeBron James? The things you learn in 2022.
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