Where does Ichiro live?

Suzuki, 45, has kept a home in the Seattle area and has taken on an instructor role at home games. It's not uncommon to see him stretching, playing catch and, of course, giving advice to any player interested in tapping into his wealth of knowledge.

Where does Ichiro work now?

With his playing career now finished, though he probably believes he could play if needed, it is time for Ichiro to start receiving the honors for his magical baseball career.

Where is Ichiro Suzuki?

Ichiro Suzuki still working with Mariners

Suzuki joined the Mariners as a special assistant to the chairman after playing two games with the team in 2019. Suzuki works with both major-league and minor-league players in that role, and appeared at spring training with the team in 2021.

Does Ichiro speak English?

Ichiro has in fact learned to speak English during his time in Major League Baseball, and speaks it very well. In the meantime he's also learned Spanish and taught his teammates Japanese. He doesn't conduct interviews in English because he respects language differences and doesn't want to cause any confusion.

Who is Suzuki's interpreter?

"Their passion to get me on this team was something that really took me by heart," Suzuki said via his translator, Toy Matsushita.

Ichiro Gives an Awesome Speech in English!

Does Suzuki Cubs speak English?

“He doesn't speak English, like at all, but he is really funny. … Seiya is really funny. So I'll say something and it'll be kind of funny so Toy will giggle and say it to Seiya, and then he'll giggle and then I'll giggle, and then he'll say something back to Toy and then Toy will giggle again.

Does Ichiro have a ring?

With 2,494 games under his belt, Ichiro ranks sixth all-time among players who have never played for a ring. “Since I've never been, I don't even know what that's like,” Ichiro said of the World Series.

What race is Ichiro?

Ichiro Suzuki /ˈiːtʃɪroʊ suːˈzuːki/ (鈴木 一朗, Suzuki Ichirō, born 22 October 1973), also known mononymously as Ichiro (イチロー, Ichirō), is a Japanese former professional baseball outfielder who played professionally for 28 seasons.

Is Ichiro related to Seiya?

No, Seiya Suzuki has no relation to Ichiro Suzuki, which is pretty remarkable given their similarities. They are both corner outfielders that wear #51 and broke into the big leagues by making a name for themselves in the NPB. Both players are listed at 5'11” and Seiya is only a few pounds heavier (182 lb.)

What does Ichiro do today?

Ichiro Suzuki may be retired, but his latest appearance on a baseball diamond shows he still has it. Despite the hitting great now working with the Mariners as a special assistant to the chairman, he still makes time to continue to play the baseball.

What does the name Ichiro mean?

一朗: "first clear, bright"

Did Ichiro really bunt for a home run?

Yes. Surprisingly, a homerun was bunted before, by sheer and complete accident.

Is Ichiro still a Mariner?

Ichiro last played in the major leagues in 2019 as he wrapped up his career with his first MLB team, the Seattle Mariners, who opened their season in his native Japan. He played the two games over there with the Mariners before deciding to retire.

Is Ichiro left handed?

Ichiro Suzuki, Japanese superstar and left-handed batter, is capable of hitting right-handed.

Where did Ichiro grow up?

First boy makes good. Ichiro Suzuki was born on October 22, 1973, in Kasugai, Japan. Ichiro's father, Nobuyuki, was determined that Ichiro, who he thought had a natural talent for baseball, would play the sport, and play it well. The elder Suzuki made it clear from the beginning that his son was special.

Did Ichiro use steroids?

After starting a basic steroid regimen, Ichiro finished his rookie season with a . 350 batting average, 242 hits, and eight colossal dingers.

What age did Ichiro retire?

The 45-year-old Seattle Mariners star announced his retirement Thursday night, shortly after waving goodbye at the Tokyo Dome during a 5-4 win over Oakland in 12 innings. Ichiro went 0-for-4 and was pulled from right field in the eighth, saluting his adoring fans in the packed crowd.

Does Ichiro make the Hall of Fame?

Ichiro most likely will be the next Hall of Fame inductee who chooses to wear a Mariners cap on his Cooperstown plaque, and there's some thought that he has a shot at joining Derek Jeter as the next unanimous first-ballot inductee when he becomes eligible in 2025.

How do you say Seiya Suzuki?

943 OPS in nine seasons with the Hiroshima Carp. He posted a hefty . 433 OBP while slugging 38 home runs and 26 doubles in 132 games (533 plate appearances) last season. Get to know the new Cubs outfielder, whose first name is pronounced “Say-yah.”