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Ken Griffey Jr. Captures 2025 Masters as Credentialed Photographer

The MLB legend transitions to sports photography, covering iconic moments at Augusta National while drawing mixed reactions from fans and media.

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 10: Ken Griffey Jr., american baseball player, stands with a camera near the first tee box during the first round of Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 10, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
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Golf - PNC Championship - The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Florida, U.S. - December 19, 2021 Former professional baseball player Ken Griffey Jr. of the U.S. during the Pro-Am REUTERS/Joe Skipper/File Photo

Overview

  • Ken Griffey Jr., a 13-time MLB All-Star and Hall of Famer, is working as a credentialed photographer for Masters.com at the 2025 Masters Tournament.
  • Griffey photographed key moments, including the Honorary Starter ceremony featuring golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Tom Watson.
  • This marks Griffey's first time covering the Masters, though he has previously photographed events across MLB, NFL, and MLS.
  • His entry into photography was inspired by a desire to spend more time with his children, a theme he discussed in interviews about his post-baseball pursuits.
  • Griffey's role at the Masters has sparked debate on social media, with some fans questioning the decision to credential a celebrity over professional photographers.