Ichiro Suzuki expected for unanimous Hall of Fame induction

Ichiro Suzuki is poised to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2025, potentially becoming the first Japanese player to receive this honor. With a remarkable career that includes 3,089 hits in MLB and 1,278 in Japan, Suzuki's total of 4,367 hits surpasses Pete Rose's MLB record. He is also in contention to become only the second player ever to be elected unanimously, joining Mariano Rivera, who achieved this feat in 2019. The results of the Baseball Writers' Association of America voting, which takes place on January 23, will determine Suzuki's election alongside other candidates like CC Sabathia and Carlos Beltrán. Suzuki's accolades include being a 10-time All-Star and two-time AL MVP, solidifying his legacy as one of baseball's greatest contact hitters. His induction would further highlight the growing recognition of international players in Major League Baseball.