Griffey HR Ball Catcher Dropped Fake As Getaway

The rightful owner of Ken Griffey, Jr.’s 600th home run ball, identified only as “Joe,” survived a series of small trials to come away with the prized souvenir.

Ken Griffey swing

In addition to having his story corroborated by instant replay, Joe had to survive a tussle at the park, where he dropped a fake ball that he brought to the game as a decoy to fool his fellow fans. Read more…