Mariners Legends Gather to Celebrate Ichiro's Hall of Fame Induction

This Sunday, July 27, Seattle Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. Joining Ichiro at the ceremony will be a group of Mariners legends, including Ken Griffey Jr., Edgar Martinez, and Randy Johnson. Ichiro's induction into the Hall of Fame is a historic moment, as he will become the first Japanese player to be enshrined in the prestigious institution. Over his 28-year professional career, Ichiro amassed over 4,300 combined hits in Japan and the United States, earning 10 All-Star selections, 10 Gold Glove Awards, and two batting titles. The presence of Griffey, Martinez, and Johnson at the ceremony underscores Ichiro's lasting impact on the Mariners franchise. Griffey and Martinez are already Hall of Famers, while Johnson, who spent 10 years with the Mariners, will have his number retired by the team in 2026, following Ichiro's number retirement this August. The Mariners' contingent at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony highlights the team's rich history and the enduring legacy of its all-time greats. As Ichiro takes his place among the game's immortals, the Mariners' faithful will be there to celebrate one of the most iconic players in franchise history.