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Mariners Retire Ichiro’s No. 51, Announce Statue and Randy Johnson Tribute

Seattle Mariners chairman John Stanton announced an Ichiro statue will be unveiled in 2026, with Randy Johnson’s No. 51 scheduled for retirement next season.

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Rays manager Kevin Cash comes out to take starting pitcher Joe Boyle (36) out of the game against the Mariners as catcher Hunter Feduccia looks on during the fourth inning Saturday in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Overview

  • Ichiro’s No. 51 was officially retired on August 9 in a pregame ceremony at T-Mobile Park that drew a sellout crowd.
  • Chairman John Stanton revealed plans to install an Ichiro statue at the ballpark for the 2026–27 season.
  • The Mariners announced they will retire Randy Johnson’s No. 51 next season, marking the only number retired twice in franchise history.
  • Ken Griffey Jr. delivered a playful video tribute and the club reserved a seat for the lone Hall of Fame voter who did not select Ichiro.
  • Energized by the celebration, Seattle extended its win streak to six with a 7–4 victory over the Rays that featured Cal Raleigh’s 44th home run, the third-most in a single season by a catcher.