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Ichiro Suzuki's plaque goes viral on HOF induction day
The post Ichiro Suzuki's plaque goes viral on HOF induction day appeared first on ClutchPoints. Ichiro Suzuki is one of the most unique talents to grace the MLB world in the 21st Century, and his Hall of Fame plaque will reflect as much for all of eternity. But maybe not for the reasons he hoped. Although the Seattle Mariners legend commanded much of the spotlight for his induction speech, which was both heartfelt and lighthearted, fans could not help but shift their attention to the striking bronze plate that is intended to bear his likeness. Although Suzuki's plaque did not produce the same amount of outrage as the infamous Dwyane Wade statue, the public had strong opinions just the same. The size of his lips appeared to especially throw people off. 'They need a new plaque maker…' @Richard96893179 opined on X. 'Is it me or is his jacked up and bloated?' @SotoSocial remarked. 'Somewhere in this world is an artist/sculptor who can provide a bronze plaque with a true likeness of Suzuki (which would be so much more complimentary..) and yet NONE of these HOF multi-millionaires arrange or insist upon it for their HOF plaques,' @ljffatima commented. 'I think we need a new medium for these plaques and statues,' @LeviJeans22 said. 'They're never even close.' While there is certainly logic to reconsidering how the sculpting process is achieved moving forward, it is important to keep the focus on the wonderful baseball career Suzuki composed during his near-three-decade run in Japan and the United States. Ichiro Suzuki carved an unconventional path to immortality The marvelous right fielder, who became the first Japanese-born player to receive enshrinement in Cooperstown on Sunday afternoon, is the type of player fans rarely get to see in action today. Many will take notice of his modest power numbers, but there is no denying the massive imprint he left behind in Seattle and on the sport as a whole. Suzuki is the living embodiment of the dangers that come from placing too much emphasis on analytics. One should be able to appreciate his greatness by merely using the eye test as their barometer. Though, the statistics and accolades tell a pretty compelling story, anyway. The 2001 MVP and Rookie of the Year compiled 3,089 hits and a .311 batting average in 19 big-league seasons, representing the Mariners, New York Yankees and Miami Marlins. He earned 10 consecutive All-Star selections and Gold Gloves while also collecting three Silver Slugger Awards and two American League batting titles, establishing himself as a pillar of consistent excellence. In a franchise that has experienced plenty of disappointment and heartbreak over the last 48 years, Ichiro Suzuki is indisputably an everlasting ray of light among the Mariners fan base. The 51-year-old did not get many opportunities to make a big impact in the playoffs, nor did he thrive in a major market for years on end, but he still became the universally beloved figure that baseball needed. And his Hall of Fame plaque, regardless of how it looks, will forever serve as a symbol of that far-reaching influence. Related: Mariners' Cal Raleigh breaks tie with Mickey Mantle after 421-foot HR vs. Angels Related: Ichiro Suzuki takes hilarious shot at Marlins that no one saw coming
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How to watch Phillies' great Dick Allen's induction into MLB Hall of Fame this weekend
The legendary Dick Allen played for the Philadelphia Phillies for nine seasons during two tenures with the team, but Allen's family had to wait quite a while longer to receive confirmation the beloved player has finally made the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame. Prior Hall of Fame rejections have been hurtful and numbing for the Allen family. Allen joins a five-member 2025 MLB Hall of Fame class that includes Dave Parker, CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and Billy Wagner, who pitched two seasons for the Phillies. Here's when and how to tune in to the 2025 MLB Hall of Fame induction ceremony. When is the 2025 MLB Hall of Fame induction ceremony? The 2025 Major League Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m. July 27 and will be broadcast on MLB Network. The MLB Hall of Fame ceremony will also be livestreamed on within the MLB App and on Baseball Hall. Where is the 2025 MLB Hall of Fame ceremony? The 2025 MLB Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, New York. Clark Sports Center is one mile south of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. There is no charge for lawn seating for MLB's 2025 Hall of Fame induction ceremony, but they will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis only. Pennsylvania native Dick Allen finally makes MLB Hall of Fame Dick Allen was born March 8, 1942, in Wampum, Pennsylvania, and signed a mature free agent contract with the Philadelphia Phillies before the 1960 season. "Allen debuted with the Phillies as a late-season call-up on Sept. 3, 1963. By the following season, Allen won the Phillies' starting job at third base – a position he had rarely played," read the National Baseball Hall of Fame bio on Dick Allen. "Allen made 41 errors at third base in 162 games in 1964, but it was his record-setting hitting that powered his run to the National League's Rookie of the Year Award. "Allen led the NL with 125 runs scored – ninth among modern era (post 1900) rookies in MLB history – 13 triples and 352 total bases while hitting .318 with 38 doubles, 29 home runs and 91 RBI." Allen's career stats and hustle led to the Hall of Fame inclusion. "His final totals: a .292 batting average with 351 home runs and 1,119 RBI in 15 seasons, with a .378 on-base percentage and a .534 slugging percentage," read Allen's bio. "He led his league in slugging percentage three times and on-base percentage twice while earning seven All-Star Game selections." Dick Allen died in December 2020; he was 78. This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Phillies' great Dick Allen inducted into Hall of Fame this weekend
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Ichiro Suzuki takes hilarious shot at Marlins that no one saw coming
The post Ichiro Suzuki takes hilarious shot at Marlins that no one saw coming appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Miami Marlins are not the first thing that jumps to mind when you think of Hall of Fame inductee Ichiro Suzuki. His incredible decade with the Seattle Mariners is what landed him in Cooperstown. But Ichiro was sure to mention the New York Yankees and the Marlins in his induction speech. The Hall of Famer took a shot at Miami during the speech that had the upstate New York crowd howling. 'Honestly, when you guys called to offer me a contract for 2015, I had never heard of your team,' Ichiro quipped. That 2015 season was the Marlins' 23rd season in MLB, their fourth with the 'Miami' moniker as opposed to 'Florida', and they had won two World Series. That includes a championship in 2003, when Ichiro was already in the league. To defend Ichiro, he only played nine games against the Marlins in his career. He hit .195 with a .404 OPS in those games, so it makes sense he would want to forget them. The 16 seasons he spent in MLB when he was not with the Marlins were in the American League, with limited interleague play. Ichiro was 41 years old when the Marlins signed him for the 2015 season. That first year in Miami, he hit only .229 in 153 games. But in classic Ichiro fashion, he bounced back the next year with a .291 batting average and .354 OBP at 42 years old. While the Mariners' seasons put him in the Hall of Fame, his success in his 40s should not be overlooked. In Ichiro's three seasons with the Marlins, they never made the postseason or won over 79 games. Despite the poor team performances, he made sure to shout out the team and the people who were there in Cooperstown. He also gave the Yankees a shout-out, while acknowledging the fans and team brass were all there for CC Sabathia. Related: How Ichiro Suzuki 'cleansed himself' at Hall of Fame Related: Astros' perfect Sandy Alcantara trade offer to Marlins
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3 days ago
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Ichiro Suzuki makes history as the 1st Asian MLB Hall of Famer
[Source] Ichiro Suzuki was officially inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 27, becoming the first Asian-born player ever to receive the sport's highest honor. The 51-year-old Aichi native, whose electrifying career began in Japan before transforming Major League Baseball with the Seattle Mariners, received near-unanimous support from the Baseball Writers' Association of America and was celebrated in Cooperstown for his record-breaking achievements on both sides of the Pacific. Suzuki's legendary MLB career includes more than 3,000 hits, 10 Gold Glove Awards and 10 All-Star selections. In 2004, he set the American League single-season record with 262 hits. When his professional hits in Japan are combined with his MLB total, Suzuki's 4,367 hits are recognized as the most by any player in the history of top-tier professional baseball. He is also the only MLB player to reach both 3,000 hits and 500 stolen bases. During the induction ceremony, Suzuki delivered a speech that blended humor with reflection, telling the crowd, 'For the third time, I am a rookie,' referencing his journeys in Japan, MLB and now the Hall of Fame. He spoke of the inspiration he drew from his first visit to Cooperstown and credited his fans and mentors for his long-standing success. The Mariners plan to retire Suzuki's No. 51 jersey in August in honor of his achievements. Trending on NextShark: This story is part of The Rebel Yellow Newsletter — a bold weekly newsletter from the creators of NextShark, reclaiming our stories and celebrating Asian American voices. Subscribe free to join the movement. If you love what we're building, consider becoming a paid member — your support helps us grow our team, investigate impactful stories, and uplift our community. Trending on NextShark: ! Download the NextShark App: Want to keep up to date on Asian American News? Download the NextShark App today!
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3 days ago
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Ichiro Suzuki makes history as the 1st Asian MLB Hall of Famer
[Source] Ichiro Suzuki was officially inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 27, becoming the first Asian-born player ever to receive the sport's highest honor. The 51-year-old Aichi native, whose electrifying career began in Japan before transforming Major League Baseball with the Seattle Mariners, received near-unanimous support from the Baseball Writers' Association of America and was celebrated in Cooperstown for his record-breaking achievements on both sides of the Pacific. Suzuki's legendary MLB career includes more than 3,000 hits, 10 Gold Glove Awards and 10 All-Star selections. In 2004, he set the American League single-season record with 262 hits. When his professional hits in Japan are combined with his MLB total, Suzuki's 4,367 hits are recognized as the most by any player in the history of top-tier professional baseball. He is also the only MLB player to reach both 3,000 hits and 500 stolen bases. During the induction ceremony, Suzuki delivered a speech that blended humor with reflection, telling the crowd, 'For the third time, I am a rookie,' referencing his journeys in Japan, MLB and now the Hall of Fame. He spoke of the inspiration he drew from his first visit to Cooperstown and credited his fans and mentors for his long-standing success. The Mariners plan to retire Suzuki's No. 51 jersey in August in honor of his achievements. Trending on NextShark: This story is part of The Rebel Yellow Newsletter — a bold weekly newsletter from the creators of NextShark, reclaiming our stories and celebrating Asian American voices. Subscribe free to join the movement. If you love what we're building, consider becoming a paid member — your support helps us grow our team, investigate impactful stories, and uplift our community. Trending on NextShark: ! Download the NextShark App: Want to keep up to date on Asian American News? Download the NextShark App today!
