Ken Griffey Jr.'s generational talent shines in new MLB Network documentary

Lou Piniella, who was hired as a senior advisor to baseball operations for the Reds, reflect's on Ken Griffey Jr.'s sense of humor.

When it comes to baseball players with style and grace, few can come close to the bar set by Ken Griffey Jr.

That's one of the major themes hammered home like one of Griffey's upper-deck home runs in the latest "MLB Network Presents" documentary, "Junior," which premiered Sunday.

Ken Griffey, Jr. makes contact in the batting cage during a workout prior to Opening Day. The Reds will open the 2001 season tomorrow against the Braves at Cinergy Field. Photo made Sunday April 1, 2001.The 90-minute film traces Griffey Jr.'s career – from his early days as a high school…