Ichiro Suzuki Becomes First Japanese Player Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

The 10-time All-Star and MLB icon will be enshrined in Cooperstown on July 27, recognizing a groundbreaking career spanning Japan and the U.S.

Ichiro Suzuki was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with 393 of 394 votes, narrowly missing unanimous selection.
He is the first Japanese player to be inducted, marking a historic milestone for international baseball representation.
Suzuki's MLB achievements include a Rookie of the Year and MVP award in 2001, a record 262 hits in a single season, and over 3,000 career MLB hits.
His combined professional hits in Japan and the U.S. total 4,367, surpassing Pete Rose's MLB record of 4,256.
Now 51, Suzuki remains active with the Seattle Mariners as a special assistant, regularly practicing with players to mentor and inspire the next generation.