Ichiro Suzuki Joins Exclusive Company In Mariners Hall Of Fame

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It began like an outdoor concert for an iconic rock star, and in many ways, Ichiro Suzuki carries that reputation in these parts. There was a sellout crowd on a summer Saturday night, and the introduction had all the parallels when the center of attention was finally introduced.

Seattle, what’s up? Ichiro Suzuki the first member to join the group yelled, then he let the excited crowd roar back and enjoy the moment.

The franchise legend of Seattle was starting a 16-minute speech that he delivered in English in honor of being inducted into the Mariners Hall of Fame.

“Even though I retired as an active player, baseball and Seattle have never left my heart,” Ichiro said. “Baseball will forever be my soul, and my mission is to keep helping both players and fans appreciate this special game.”

Ichiro Suzuki is the first member to join the group

Ichiro Suzuki is the first member added since 2015, joining a select club that also includes Alvin Davis, Dave Niehaus, Jay Buhner, Edgar Martinez, Randy Johnson, Dan Wilson, Ken Griffey Jr., Lou Piniella, and Jamie Moyer, all of whom were present with the exception of Johnson and Piniella. Ichiro sent a message to each person individually while fusing his witty humor with genuine respect. He spoke to Piniella as well.

“Lou kissed me right here on the cheek,” Ichiro said. “The manager gave me a big wet kiss. That doesn’t happen in Japan. I was shocked. Honestly, I was scared. I thought that if this is customary in America, I might not make it here. Remember, we won 116 games that year. I wasn’t ready for 116 kisses from the manager.”

He also thanked Mariners ownership for the opportunity to contribute as a special advisor in his post-playing days.

“Most days, I still wear the Mariners uniform, and I do so proudly,” Ichiro said. “I want our players to know I am with you in your fight to be the best. I was 27 years old when I came to Seattle. I could never imagine my career in America would last 19 seasons and that I would still be in Seattle today.”

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