Legendary Hall of Fame outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. continues to receive substantial financial disbursements through a famous deferred compensation arrangement stemming from his historic playing career. When Griffey signed a landmark multi-year contract extension with the Cincinnati Reds, a significant portion of his overall compensation was heavily deferred without interest, structured to be paid out in annual installments long after his retirement. Consequently, the iconic superstar receives multi-million-dollar checks from the Reds every year, a scheduled payout structure that extends his passive income well into his post-playing years alongside various business ventures and brand partnerships.