Ichiro Suzuki, C.C. Sabathia, Billy Wagner Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame 2025

C.C. Sabathia and Ichiro Suzuki headlined the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2025, both achieving induction in their first year on the ballot. Sabathia received 86.8% of the votes, recognizing his dominant pitching career, particularly his time with the Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees, where he won a World Series. Suzuki, a 10-time All-Star, was honored with 99.7% of the votes, becoming the first Japanese-born player to enter Cooperstown. Former Mets closer Billy Wagner was also inducted on his 10th and final ballot appearance with nearly 86% of the vote. The induction highlights the ongoing legacy of these players in Major League Baseball, while notable figures like Carlos Beltran, Manny Ramirez, and Alex Rodriguez were again denied entry. Sabathia's and Suzuki's achievements reflect a significant moment in baseball history, underscoring their impact on the sport.