Mariners Retire Ichiro Suzuki’s No. 51, Plan Statue at T-Mobile Park

The Seattle Mariners honored Ichiro Suzuki by retiring his No. 51 jersey during a heartfelt ceremony at T-Mobile Park, celebrating his historic impact on baseball and the franchise. Ichiro, a recent Hall of Fame inductee and the first Japanese-born player to achieve this honor, joined Ken Griffey Jr. and Edgar Martinez as the only players with retired numbers by the Mariners. The ceremony included tributes from fans, former players, and a video message from Griffey, with Ichiro expressing deep gratitude and reverence for the number 51, previously worn by Randy Johnson. The Mariners announced plans to erect an Ichiro statue at the ballpark next season, further commemorating his legacy. Ichiro's impressive career included a .311 batting average, over 3,000 hits, 10 All-Star selections, and multiple awards, making him one of baseball's all-time greats. The event drew a sold-out crowd and underscored Ichiro's lasting influence on the Mariners and Major League Baseball.