You'd be surprised: It was said he learned spanish just to talk trash at Latino players. Don't get me wrong.. Ichiro is the greatest of all time. Dont @ me.
In a league where we sometimes get too enamored with homerun hitters, we need to appreciate guys who can do everything else at a superb level. That was Ichiro.
5:00 People don't even realize that Ichiro could've hit a lot more home runs than he did. He stayed with his singles, get on base approach and it that's what baseball really is about but when his team needed a home run he would change his approach and swing to hit it out. Like he did against Mariano, two outs down one run with a man on base he hit the first pitch out and ended the game. Give this man his respect
I've always felt the same thing. He just had to make an adjustment on his launch angle. But it meant more for him to get on base consistently than it meant for him to hit dingers.
As a long time Mariners fan, I'm happy to see Ichiro still playing well. He came to Seattle and instantly impacted not only our team but the entire MLB. Guaranteed first ballot hall of famer. Can't wait to see 3,000 hits in the MLB this season.
I don't really follow baseball but I always took note of Ichiro because of things like "people don't run on him" or that "he has the power to just go for home runes but decides to just concentrate on getting base hits" stuff like that. So why did he part with Seattle? I always thought everyone loved him there and that he could have been like an MLB one teamer.
He is honestly one of my favorite players of all time. The fact he was so good for such a long time is incredible, and the fact that he played kindly with only getting thrown out once is amazing. Just an amazing person in general.
@@kestermyronsoldmcmanager1273I don't understand people like you. When someone states Ichiro has over 3,000 hits, you guys say that includes Japanese stats. Ichiro have 3,089 MLB hits. Combined is 4,367.
@@TiagoGomez-hb9te He never showboats, hates media attention, has declined multi-million dollar endorsement deals because he believed they were a distraction from his job as a baseball player, is a great person, thanks the fans first, plays for his team and not himself, and even more. Want me to continue?
3000 hits and started MLB at 28 years old. Think about how hard that is. Respect.
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America was BLESSED to get Ichiro,The man is still a player, and now he's 42,going on twenty-something..Nobody,NO BODY can match him,Nt even the the phenoms we have here in the states..
This compilation left out really the best of Ichiro...the best was the pair of signed cleats he sent to the young girl in Seattle that kept up the Ichi-meter on his side of the outfield with a note thanking her. He is the definition of pure class and honor. 1st ballot hall of famer without question or doubt
The only time he ever threw a bat in anger was followed with a letter to the makers of the bat apologizing for misusing the bat and not respecting the hard work of the people who made it. Who else does that? He’s one in a million
I'm a big Ichiro fan. People making a big deal about if his MLB hits and Japan hits should be combined. Take it for what it is, a great accomplishment. My opinion, 2 separate leagues so 2 separate hit totals. But nobody can take away his 3,000 hits in the MLB where he began his career at 27!
Most people dont realize the Japanese season is considerably shorter (most games Ichiro played over there in 1 season was 135). Even if his average was slightly lower over here, he would have still most likely gotten the same amount of hits per season with the extra 27 games, although his .350 average as a rookie for the mariners really shows how much harder it was over here for him. ICHIRO>ROSE (and i'm from Cincinnati)
Thanks for being a great ambassador for baseball and coming back to Seattle this year. I hope you haven't played your last MLB game yet. Lets get the statue built in safeco like yesterday.
And now he's only a couple more away from 3,000 in the MLB. Ichiro is a once in a lifetime player and will solidify himself as among baseball's greatest in Cooperstown.
O's fan here but I sooooo love ichiro. So freaking good it's mind blowing. I saw him on practice catching fly balls behind his back and with such ease. 100% HOF voting. Whoever votes against him should be embarrassed
when you watch ichiro swing, he isnt going for the fences or anything, it's like he calculates exactly where the fielders are and he puts the ball exactly where they arent. He's going for the tactically best possible place to put the ball, and he knows how to hold and swing the bat for it to get there.
I am Japanese. Ichiro is very proud that he is active in the major. His way of thinking and behavior has many things to emulate. When I look at his play, I get cheerful that "I have to work hard"
I'm not a fan of the teams he is on, but I am a fan of him. I guess you can say its like Tim Duncan and the spurs. Everyone respects him and wishes him greatness. unless he is playing against my team of course lol.
I'm Japanese,and we're proud of having wonderful Japanese player like Ichiro!!I'm very very happy.Because most people like Ichiro around the world,and thank you for sharing this video!!!!! I want to be like Ichiro over the border. I'm sorry for pure English...lol
He once threw his bat after a bad hit and it hurt him so much that he sent an apology letter to the company and promised never to do that again...so after every hit from then on, he gently laid his bat to the ground.
With Griffey going into the Hall this season and having the highest vote percentage in history, he needs a video. Part 1 is his catches. Part 2 is his home runs. Part 3 is his home run derby appearances. That would get a TON of views.
My 2 most memorable Ichiro moments are when he dances around the catcher at home plate to avoid the tag (search "Ichiro ninja", he did that twice actually), and his game-winning hit in the 10th inning of the WBC 2009 finals against great rival Korea. Here's what went through his mind during that at bat: blog.japaneseballplayers.com/2011/03/ichiro-and-his-thoughts-as-he-entered-his-at-bat-at-2009-wbc-final/
There was a TV show in Japan about ichiro and when he was in high school he said he could hit a single to center field anytime and in mlb he said he could hit a homerun any time he wanted. Isn't that amazing?
The greatest hitter that I ever saw. I just wish he could have started his career in MLB as he then would have had the all time record. Hits in Japan can't count to his total in MLB unfortunately.
Dude I subbed last night but I'm realizing that you deserve 3 MILLION subscribers, not 3 thousand!! Anyway, keep up the AMAZING work!! By the way, who's your favorite team?
One of the best I've ever seen. However I'm not sure about combining hit totals from MLB and the Japanese league more than just an acknowledgement to his early accomplishments.
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Ichiro also holds the record for playing the game with the most class.
ReklawLah Pete Rose holds the record for the numbers of games bet on
ReklawLah true that!
You'd be surprised: It was said he learned spanish just to talk trash at Latino players.
Don't get me wrong.. Ichiro is the greatest of all time. Dont @ me.
ThatOneDev lmao if he learned Spanish just for that then I’ll allow it
Mariano Riveria would be number 1
In a league where we sometimes get too enamored with homerun hitters, we need to appreciate guys who can do everything else at a superb level. That was Ichiro.
They're the truly valuable ones. Sluggers come and go....a player like Ichiro stays
5:00 People don't even realize that Ichiro could've hit a lot more home runs than he did. He stayed with his singles, get on base approach and it that's what baseball really is about but when his team needed a home run he would change his approach and swing to hit it out. Like he did against Mariano, two outs down one run with a man on base he hit the first pitch out and ended the game. Give this man his respect
I've always felt the same thing. He just had to make an adjustment on his launch angle. But it meant more for him to get on base consistently than it meant for him to hit dingers.
あなたは、とても理性的で洞察力のある人です。
💯 exactly
As a long time Mariners fan, I'm happy to see Ichiro still playing well. He came to Seattle and instantly impacted not only our team but the entire MLB. Guaranteed first ballot hall of famer. Can't wait to see 3,000 hits in the MLB this season.
I hope he comes back to Seattle so he can retire as a Mariner #GoM's
+Onyx Illusionzz go mariners
Carlos Robayo Now its time for him to retire as Mariner
I don't really follow baseball but I always took note of Ichiro because of things like "people don't run on him" or that "he has the power to just go for home runes but decides to just concentrate on getting base hits" stuff like that. So why did he part with Seattle? I always thought everyone loved him there and that he could have been like an MLB one teamer.
megaphor Im pretty sure we traded him
this guy is just the best. he knows he's good, but doesn't showboat. plays all aspects well.
from a young boy to a grey-hair legend.
He is honestly one of my favorite players of all time. The fact he was so good for such a long time is incredible, and the fact that he played kindly with only getting thrown out once is amazing. Just an amazing person in general.
The only player in MLB history to collect 3,000 hits, swipe 500 bags and claim 10 GG. And to think he didn’t even join MLB until he was 27.
Well remember they counted his Japanese stats. Technically he never passed rose. But it’s cool. I love em anyway
@@kestermyronsoldmcmanager1273I don't understand people like you. When someone states Ichiro has over 3,000 hits, you guys say that includes Japanese stats. Ichiro have 3,089 MLB hits. Combined is 4,367.
From Vancouver, grew up watching him play in Seattle. Nothing but respect for 51.
I hope he plays for several more years. Never gets old watching him play
Ichiro is the man. Arguably the most humble superstar of all time
TRUE INDEED.
@@christophersantana5895 How is Ichiro humble? I don’t find his style of play or his attitude to be humble...
@@TiagoGomez-hb9te Either you don't know what humble means or you're an Ichiro hater, cuz there's just no way man
@@boppo16 How is Ichiro humble?
@@TiagoGomez-hb9te He never showboats, hates media attention, has declined multi-million dollar endorsement deals because he believed they were a distraction from his job as a baseball player, is a great person, thanks the fans first, plays for his team and not himself, and even more. Want me to continue?
3000 hits and started MLB at 28 years old. Think about how hard that is. Respect.
America was BLESSED to get Ichiro,The man is still a player, and now he's 42,going on twenty-something..Nobody,NO BODY can match him,Nt even the the phenoms we have here in the states..
David D'Anna I know this comment was posted six months ago, but he's 44!
David D'Anna totally respect. Doesn't matter what team u like. Just an incredible player
Sad day when the Yankees let Ichiro go. One of the classiest and most talented players to ever grace the Majors. Hats off!
lol that homerun off mariano rivera was ridiculous. he hit his spot perfectly and its like ichiro was waiting for it
I’m pretty sure he was, I think I read it somewhere
This compilation left out really the best of Ichiro...the best was the pair of signed cleats he sent to the young girl in Seattle that kept up the Ichi-meter on his side of the outfield with a note thanking her. He is the definition of pure class and honor. 1st ballot hall of famer without question or doubt
The only time he ever threw a bat in anger was followed with a letter to the makers of the bat apologizing for misusing the bat and not respecting the hard work of the people who made it. Who else does that? He’s one in a million
@@cindyinnew😂 🫡
I'm a big Ichiro fan. People making a big deal about if his MLB hits and Japan hits should be combined. Take it for what it is, a great accomplishment. My opinion, 2 separate leagues so 2 separate hit totals. But nobody can take away his 3,000 hits in the MLB where he began his career at 27!
Stayed healthy too and always ready. Everything routine for him
Most people dont realize the Japanese season is considerably shorter (most games Ichiro played over there in 1 season was 135). Even if his average was slightly lower over here, he would have still most likely gotten the same amount of hits per season with the extra 27 games, although his .350 average as a rookie for the mariners really shows how much harder it was over here for him. ICHIRO>ROSE (and i'm from Cincinnati)
Agreed. Cincinnati guy here, as well. He's an amazing representative for the sport, as well
Thanks for being a great ambassador for baseball and coming back to Seattle this year. I hope you haven't played your last MLB game yet. Lets get the statue built in safeco like yesterday.
And now he's only a couple more away from 3,000 in the MLB. Ichiro is a once in a lifetime player and will solidify himself as among baseball's greatest in Cooperstown.
Ichiro is one of the greatest players on the face of the earth
Was
Always will be
Always will be
Always always always
Lightning Wolf 26 hey have your opinions
You know you're going to be great when you have your first name on your uniform
desolationR and have the Big Unit’s number
Ichiro is my favorite
Casey Stanzione same
Awesome
He was an absolute pleasure to watch ....... Baseball as an Art form = Ichiro !
Ichiro is offically eligable for the HALL OF FAME. WELCOME TO BASEBALL IMMORTALITY ICHIRO.
FIRST BALLOT HANDS DOWN.
O's fan here but I sooooo love ichiro. So freaking good it's mind blowing. I saw him on practice catching fly balls behind his back and with such ease. 100% HOF voting. Whoever votes against him should be embarrassed
definitely grabbing an Ichiro jersey.
just saw the whole clip. looks like I'm grabbing three jerseys. Haha.
Went to his first game as a Yankee which was playing the Mariners as he was traded the day before. Amazing. He is an amazing player.
when you watch ichiro swing, he isnt going for the fences or anything, it's like he calculates exactly where the fielders are and he puts the ball exactly where they arent. He's going for the tactically best possible place to put the ball, and he knows how to hold and swing the bat for it to get there.
And he manages to watch the ball even as he’s hitting it. His discipline and concentration is absolutely awe inspiring
Most passionate, professional baseball player ever to live
I'm a Tigers fan, but I think Ichiro is one of the best of all time. Major respect.
this guy is a legend
I am Japanese. Ichiro is very proud that he is active in the major. His way of thinking and behavior has many things to emulate. When I look at his play, I get cheerful that "I have to work hard"
5:00〜 beautiful homerun！
I'm not a fan of the teams he is on, but I am a fan of him.
I guess you can say its like Tim Duncan and the spurs. Everyone respects him and wishes him greatness. unless he is playing against my team of course lol.
Best outfielder, baserunner, and Batsman of the 2000's.
Greatest pure hitter of all time.
I'm Japanese,and we're proud of having wonderful Japanese player like Ichiro!!I'm very very happy.Because most people like Ichiro around the world,and thank you for sharing this video!!!!! I want to be like Ichiro over the border. I'm sorry for pure English...lol
This dude ain't no joke
I grew up watching him play, he was my idol growing up during little league lol
Japanese legend !
Thanks for this video
He once threw his bat after a bad hit and it hurt him so much that he sent an apology letter to the company and promised never to do that again...so after every hit from then on, he gently laid his bat to the ground.
If anyone deserves to be in the hall of fame, it's Ichiro
I know nothing about baseball(thought umpire was "empire" until recently :-D) but you gotta love a great carreer. Doesn't matter which sport it is.
One player that made single cool.
With Griffey going into the Hall this season and having the highest vote percentage in history, he needs a video. Part 1 is his catches. Part 2 is his home runs. Part 3 is his home run derby appearances. That would get a TON of views.
Ichiro is the greatest leadoff hitter the game has or will ever see.
Look at D Bell at 1:09 after the strike from right field he's like "WTF?! lol"
Still my favorite
Going to cry when he retires from the Mariners :(:( 51 forever.
A Legend
greates hitter in this generation!
That homer off Mariano Rivera was something else- remember that game.
Apparently Ichiro could send bombs in batting practice when ever he wanted. Then add in his gun of an arm and his speed on base. Incredible player.
@@johnmccallum1185 Heard the same and believe it.
very well made vid keep up the good work
@4:59 is one of my favorite moments as a fan.
No one shows him surpassing Harry Heilmann in the most hits on the road. Yes, he owns that record as well.
greatest contact hitter of all time 🌊
Something uniquely Japanese - humble, efficient - this man was a machine!
I just subscribed really enjoy
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+EXE-Edits this is a great edit, keep it up!
Me 2
At 4:52 on the board it says "MAJOR LEABUE BASEBALL" lol cmon Texas. btw great video!
While I am to young to remember Ted Williams, in my lifetime Ichiro is the best pure hitter I have ever seen.
イチローさんありがとう。
Your welcome
Hiro Yota poop
ぞうたれ うるさいうんこ💩
I'm a mariners fan so I like this vid :)
My 2 most memorable Ichiro moments are when he dances around the catcher at home plate to avoid the tag (search "Ichiro ninja", he did that twice actually), and his game-winning hit in the 10th inning of the WBC 2009 finals against great rival Korea. Here's what went through his mind during that at bat: blog.japaneseballplayers.com/2011/03/ichiro-and-his-thoughts-as-he-entered-his-at-bat-at-2009-wbc-final/
262 hit is unbreakable record
Very classy guy.
My favourite player thanks
wow wish I could have been in Seattle last night to see Ichiro
Great video, nice job
Ichiro legend
I've been a chirp fan since 2008 I was 6 lol it's so cool to see him with these records
There was a TV show in Japan about ichiro and when he was in high school he said he could hit a single to center field anytime and in mlb he said he could hit a homerun any time he wanted. Isn't that amazing?
@@Jmachine4 He didn't always want to hit a homerun.
Best of Clayton Kershaw would be nice, great video bro :)
Clayton isn't an old enough player to do that
I really enjoy your videos
thanks!
Legend
God given gift
Damn 3k already, I subbed at 500. Keep it up. Your vids are great!
I watched him live he was incredible I’m mariners fan
I will always be a fan
So many of ichiro's highlights as a mariner are missing.
HE'S COMING BACK TO SEATTLE!!!!!!!!!!!
Cool video. I'm glad I found your channel. Could you do some Best Of... for some STL Cardinals players? That's my team.
Going to try to do some more "Best of" videos, or at least player highlights, so I'll eventually get to some Cardinal players :)
+EXE-Edits like McGuire
+HTV Donovan You should be happy, your Cubs are actually doing good this year. They may even win a world series. 1/108 isn't bad, right?
+HTV Donovan I cheer for the Pirates mark McGuire is just a good player for the cardinals
+HTV Donovan And this is why Cubs fans are classless
Ichiro #51. The legend.
I liked this video before I even watched it
Great vid I subbed
Amazing video
GOAT
Ichiro is handsome
Legend! ! !
The greatest hitter that I ever saw. I just wish he could have started his career in MLB as he then would have had the all time record. Hits in Japan can't count to his total in MLB unfortunately.
Who knew that he would be the hit king years later....
he really hit an inside the park HR in the all star game. wow
Dude I subbed last night but I'm realizing that you deserve 3 MILLION subscribers, not 3 thousand!!
Anyway, keep up the AMAZING work!!
By the way, who's your favorite team?
White sox I believe
ty, appreciate it :D
White Sox and Mets :)
+EXE-Edits
np man
I'm out here in the burgh
Let's go bucs!
+EXE-Edits he is not the hit king Pete rose is
you need to add ichiros 3000th mlb hit
GOAT!
Once he becomes eligible, his name is the first on the ballot for the Hall of Fame
Look at how he drops his bat when he hits the ball. He just slowly drops it instead of throwkng it.
Favorite player since the Mick.
Ichiro is hero in Japan!!
One of the best I've ever seen. However I'm not sure about combining hit totals from MLB and the Japanese league more than just an acknowledgement to his early accomplishments.