Linda Cohn recounts tense Ken Griffey Jr. interview on SportsCenter

On the latest episode of Rich Eisen’s podcast 'This Was SportsCenter,' Linda Cohn remembered her tense 2014 interview with Ken Griffey Jr. after his retirement. The interview, which was meant to promote baseball cards, quickly turned uncomfortable as Griffey appeared disinterested and even rude. Cohn expressed surprise at his demeanor during the live broadcast. Following the episode, Griffey publicly apologized for his behavior, citing he was unwell during the interview. Cohn reflected on the incident, emphasizing that athletes are human and should not be put on pedestals.

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