US EditionIchiro Suzuki adds humorous touches to Hall of Fame induction ceremonies
- On July 27, 2025, Ichiro Suzuki made history as the inaugural Hall of Fame inductee born in Japan during the ceremony held in Cooperstown, New York.
- Suzuki reached this milestone after a 19-season MLB career highlighted by 3,089 hits, a 262-hit single season, and winning both Rookie of the Year and MVP.
- During his induction speech, Suzuki mixed humor and insight, joking about not knowing the Miami Marlins when offered a contract in 2015 and emphasizing dedication to play until age 45.
- Ichiro Suzuki was nearly unanimous on the Baseball Writers’ Association of America ballot, appearing on 393 out of 394 ballots for a 99.7% election rate, while fellow honorees CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner secured 86.8% and 82.5% of votes, respectively; rain caused a one-hour delay in the induction ceremony.
- Suzuki's induction highlights his impact on baseball both in Japan and the U.S., exemplifying professionalism and inspiring players to persevere, as recognized by peers and media attendees.
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Ichiro Suzuki adds humorous touches to Hall of Fame induction as part of class that includes CC Sabathia
The outfielder was joined by former Cleveland and Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia, also elected in his first year of eligibility, and closer Billy Wagner, who made it in his final try on the writers’ ballot.
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Ichiro Suzuki adds humorous touches to Hall of Fame induction ceremonies
If you want someone for your next celebrity roast, Ichiro Suzuki could be your guy. Mixing sneaky humor with heartfelt messages, the first Japanese-born player to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame stole the show Sunday in Cooperstown.
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