The Mariners have reportedly sent an executive to check out Reds' outfielder Ken Griffey Jr., according to The Dayton Daily News. President Chuck Armstrong wants Griffey back in Seattle to help boost the team's attendance, and Cincinnati is rumored to be interested in ridding themselves of his salary. Duane Shaffer, a special assistant to the organization, was at Shea Stadium this weekend to check out the former Seattle legend. When Griffey was asked about Shaffer's visit, he said, "Don't know the man. Never heard of him. I just live and play for the present. I've never been a what-if guy."