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A legendary outfielder who starred in Japan and the United States. Holds records including 4,367 combined hits and 262 hits in a single MLB season.
Ichiro Suzuki (born 1973) is one of the greatest outfielders Japan has produced. Born in Aichi Prefecture, he set records with the Orix BlueWave before moving to Major League Baseball with the Seattle Mariners in 2001.
In his first MLB season he won both Rookie of the Year and MVP. In 2004 he recorded 262 hits in a single season, breaking a record that had stood for 84 years. His combined 4,367 hits across Japan and the United States are recognized as a world record.
Behind these extraordinary numbers was a quiet discipline: the daily repetition of preparation and routine. His words continue to remind people of the value of effort and perseverance.