Ken Griffey Jr.’s first signature shoe is back in another colorway tied to his Seattle years. The Nike Air Griffey Max 1 “HBCU Swingman Classic” mixes Midnight Navy, teal, white, and Team Gold, but release details have not been announced.

White leather sits beneath the darker overlays, this time with tonal lace embroidery worked across the panels. It is an unusual change for a model that normally keeps that part of the upper fairly plain. Nike has not explained the pattern or whether it connects to a broader theme.

Midnight Navy takes up most of the upper including the tongue and molded areas. Teal accents the Swoosh, making another appearance near the midsole. Gold was used for the laces, lace loops, swoosh, and Griffey’ s No. 24 branding. The shoe has strong Mariners undertones without specifically being an homage to one uniform.

The timing has also raised questions about a possible HBCU Swingman Classic connection. Griffey founded the event, and its navy, powder blue, and gold uniforms line up closely with the colors used here. That link has not been confirmed.

Nike has spent years returning to the Air Griffey Max 1 while leaving much of Griffey’s wider signature line untouched. Expect this pair to release July 10, 2026 via Nike.com and selected retailers for $180.

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