Player of the Week – September 2nd, 1996

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United League – Ken Griffey Jr. (Seattle Mariners)
Seattle’s superstar center fielder Ken Griffey Jr. continues to prove why he’s one of the premier players in the game, earning United League Player of the Week honors. The 26-year-old slugger batted .333 (8-for-24) with 6 home runs, 8 RBIs, and 8 runs scored across six games, helping lead the Mariners’ late-season push. For the year, Griffey Jr. is hitting .304 with 52 home runs, 121 RBIs, and 109 runs scored—another MVP-caliber season for the Seattle icon.

Federal League – Chipper Jones (Texas Rangers)
For the second straight week, Texas third baseman Chipper Jones takes home the Federal League Player of the Week Award after another dominant offensive showing. The 24-year-old crushed opposing pitchers, batting .400 (12-for-30) with 3 home runs and 12 RBIs. Jones continues to pace the league in production, hitting .325 on the season with 46 home runs, 134 RBIs, and 109 runs scored, cementing his status as one of the brightest stars in the game.

Both Griffey Jr. and Jones showcased elite talent and consistency at the plate, powering their clubs as the race for October heats up.

Congratulations to Ken Griffey Jr. and Chipper Jones on their outstanding performances and well-deserved recognition as Players of the Week.