A cursory look over the 3000 hit club, i believe Honus Wagner had the latest start at age 23. Most started between ages 19-21. So by the time most of the 3000 hit club had reached age 27, they already had 1000-1700 hits. Wagner had almost 800 by 27 It's mind boggling he reached 3000 at his late start.
Ichiro was a ballbuster in the clubhouse. Busting up poker games slurping loudly on noodles right next to the guys. A 5'9 Japanese smart ass that arguably was Ty Cobb reincarnated on the field, yet was Lou Gehrig off of it. Now name the Trophy for the WBC after Ichiro Suzuki. He's largely responsible for the tournament to even exist.
No need to introduce him as Ichiro Suzuki…he’s one of MLB’s only single-name stars. The greatest Asian baseball player to make it in America…so many before and after him have not lived up to the extreme hype. Ichiro changed baseball…and for the better. Ichiro changed the way Americans view Asian imports, then and now. Thanks for not only living up to the expectations throughout your career but exceeding all expectations.
I’m not even a Mariners or even general Seattle fan… but this makes me choke up. What a story, what a person… he’s tremendous example of what makes life worth living and what we live for.
Same here. I'm not a Mariners fan. I usually attended games at the Kingdome/Safeco rooting for the visiting team. But how can anyone not love Ichiro? When I first came to Japan and saw him play, I bought an Orix Blue Wave cap. I followed his career since then even though he later went to a west coast team other than my hometown's. Also, I was lucky enough to attend his final game here in Tokyo where he announced his retirement. This ceremony today is a pre-cursor to the inevitable enshrinement in Cooperstown a few years from now. Ichiro, arigato!
I remembered Ichiro's first baseball game. And it was my first time to watch baseball ⚾️. I was more attracted to the balloons in SAFECO FIELD that time and they were mentioning Ichiro Zuzuki... So I decided to watched. And hook with Ichiro. Golf has Tiger Woods Baseball has Ichiro
Major respect for this man from a die hard Red Sox fan. I’ve always been so impressed by him. Had he come over earlier than age 27 he’d be the all-time hit leader for sure.
Ten straight 200 hit seasons, a record. Always a pleasure to watch this man hit, field, and run the bases. Was able to see him play in person several times. A tremendous example of how to play the game and how to live. I remember his chase for the all-time hits in a season record and when the classy Sisler family was there to congratulate him. And such a wonderful speech. He worked hard to deliver it in English and brought the house down. Again.
I love how he turns and nods at every one he thanks. So genuine, despite a (small, but still) language barrier. Respect is universal. His talent is universal. We’ll never forget Ichiro.
Respect is important in Japanese culture. He broke George Sisler's record for hits in a season and a few years after he broke the record, Ichiro visited the grave of George Sisler and placed flowers on his grave. Now that right there is class.
I will never ever give ichiro any advice, but I am gonna give you some advice, save that speech, you gonna need it in three years. Hall of fame. Can’t wait.
I'm also especially happy that we had Ichiro represent the Bronx for the time he was here. I know Seattle was the place that made him who he was, but I hope everyone in the northwest knows how much we loved him being here as much as we loved him being with all of you... and to you, it was most-definitely even more special. Yankees fans understand the scope of baseball history very well, Ichiro was here for a time, but we know he was more than his time here in the Bronx. He was more than his time in Seattle or Japan, he IS one of the best that baseball has ever seen, ever.
He is from the same town as me and I was living in Seattle when Ichiro came to play for Mariners. I wanna thank him for teaching us to dream big! I am so proud of him!!
Ichiro was the reason that I wanted to play the game and also right field. I went on to play for 8 years and ofcourse I was never at Ichiro level he was a great inspiration for me. Thank you Ichiro for the impact you have left on so many people's lives.
Ichiro is a mythic tier player. If we didn't have video footage of his gameplay, highlights, and achievements, then his story would be unbelievable. Absolute legend.
It’s was funny growing up I didn’t know anything about baseball because I was only into football. But I would always remember hearing this guys name everytime when the baseball highlights would be on ESPN. It’s crazy to see him now making his Hall of Fame speech! Legend!
I think meeting lots of different people made Ichiro grow up. The United states a wonderful country. Thank you for your kindness Seattle Mariners and fans.
One of the greatest hitters this game has ever seen. What an honor as a baseball New York Yankees fan to see him play on tv and in person. #livinglegend
I think there never was another player more dedicated to the game of baseball than Ichiro. Furthermore I never saw another player consistently reach the high ceiling of his talent like Ichiro did. To me he is one of the best players of all time.
I still remember the day when I first went to see Ichiro's game in Seattle...This is very amazing that he continues challenge himself in the states and encourage everyone all over the world. He really teaches us "never give up" . I am super proud of him and his efforts.
Can't thank him enough for the memories of those wonderful games I attended with my Dad. What a wonderful mentor and example to any ballplayer. Well done Ichiro!
from my history of watching baseball favorite era' s rookie debut was ken griffey jr and ichirio suzuki man those days just thinking about how ken griffey had . 264 batting average with 120 hits, 16 home runs, 61 RBIs and 61 runs scored in 127 games in his rookie season and then the great Ichiro Suzuki . 350 batting average with 242 hits, 8 homers, 69 RBIs and 127 runs scored in 157 games in his rookie season in 2001 and his Gold Glove/MVP/R.O.T.Y./Siver Sluggers Awards in his rookie season and then later breaking records im very happy to have witness and experience those wonderful days that made me love watching the game of baseball its unforgettable both of them guys are one of the G .O. A .T's in the mlb history i hope ichiro suzuki gets inducted for the H.O.F. because he deserves it
Ichiro and Gwynn are my favorite players. They are the type of players that everyone wants to do well because they are so hard working and downright likeable.
Thank you so much for the memories to all of us for all these years. My mother has been a huge fan since he was a player in Kobe and she passed away when Mariners broke all the records. His picture was always by her bed. Thank you Ichiro san!
Great speech Ichiro. Thank you. Couldn't find a transcript online, so I made one. Enjoy. What’s up Seattle? Thank you John. It is an honor to stand here tonight. It’s also safer to stand here rather than go back and sit over there, because as you just saw in the video, Junior may have put glue on my chair. Of course you did. This must be Junior’s way of making me give you a speech. So, here we go. Twenty-three years ago my life forever changed, when I became a Seattle Mariner. I am beyond grateful to this organization and this city. Thank you Howard and John for attending. Thank you Jerry and Katy. I am touched to have Chuck Armstrong here as well. I must also mention someone who is not here. Mr. Hiroshi Yamauchi. He was a long-time owner of the Mariners. I am forever thankful to him for giving me the opportunity to play in Seattle.as the first position player from Japan. I am touched by the warm support of so many Mariner Hall Of Famers, who made time to be here tonight. It has been a pleasure getting to know Alvin. Once a fan shouted to me, “Hey, I loved watching you and Alvin play together!” At first, I was insulted. I thought, “Come on man! How old do you think I am? He retired way before I came here.” But then I thought, “Alvin is such a kind man. It would have been nice to be his teammate,” so I didn’t correct the fan. Three of my first teammates are here. Edgar. You were the most humble professional and you haven’t changed in retirement. Dan. You were our iron backstop on the field, and our iron support in the clubhouse. And Jamie! Thanks for coming all the way out here. As a leftie, you were so clever, but so talkative. When I first met you, you kept talking to me in English for thirty minutes! And, I had no idea what you said. Now, my English is a little better, but I still can’t understand most of what you say. Even so, you played until you were forty-nine years old, and that is something I greatly admire. I am honored to join this new Mariners team. Thank you all for being here to welcome me in person. And then there is a guy I like to call George. You know him as Ken Griffey Jr. He was my idol even before I came to America, but in 2009 he returned to Seattle and I finally got to be his teammate. Yes, he’s a jokester. But for me, he’s also a true professional. He helped me in more ways than I can express. Being his teammate is truly one of my career highlights. Thank you Marilyn, for representing the legacy of your husband, our legendary broadcaster, Dave Niehaus. My, oh my! And Rick. Holy smokes! Thank you for being here too. I am pleased to have my wife Yumiko here. This honor would not be possible without her. Together she has faced all the challenges with me in the journey to this moment. Thank you to my long-time interpreter Alan Turner. I am pleased to have his family here. They have given me great support for my entire career. I also appreciate a number of others who have given me great help over the years. They are in the stands tonight. I am sorry that my first manager in Seattle, Lou Pinella cannot be here tonight. One of my first memories here was created by him. When we returned to the clubhouse after winning my first opener, Lou kissed me. Right here, on the cheek. The manager gave me a big wet kiss. That doesn’t happen in Japan and I was shocked. Honestly, I was scared. I thought to myself, “If this is the custom in America, I might not make it here.” Remember, we won 116 games that year. I wasn’t ready for 116 kisses from the manager. Thankfully, I carried on, and I’m so grateful I did.
Even though I retired as an active player, baseball and Seattle have never left my heart. Baseball will forever be my soul, and my mission is to keep helping both players and fans appreciate this special game. Now, I am honored to serve as special assistant to Chairman Stanton. A position that allows me to work with players in spring training and during the season. Most days, I still wear the Mariners uniform, and I do so proudly. I want our players to know I am with you in your fight to be the best. I was 27 years old when I came to Seattle. I could never imagine my career in America would last 19 seasons and that I would still be in Seattle today. With that in mind, I would like to say to the current players your future has possibilities that you cannot imagine as well. So embrace it by giving your best without imposing limits on yourself. If a skinny, undersized guy from Japan can compete in this uniform, and then stand before you tonight to accept this honor. Then there’s no reason you cannot do it either. Of course, you will face struggles and frustrations. I know, because I faced them every year. Without imposing limits on yourself, you must find the desire and the passion to overcome those daily challenges. That is the way to maximize your potential. Then, you can achieve the unimaginable. And finally, to the outstanding fans of Seattle. You cheered loudly for me as a new player that first game twenty-one years ago, and you never stopped. When I returned in 2018, it was as if I had never left. The passion with which you welcomed me back touched my heart. It is one of the best memories of my career and I will never forget that feeling. It is my greatest honor to have played for you as a Seattle Mariner. I will keep doing my best for you and the Mariners. Thank you.
I saw him play live from 2004-2013 going to many games , pure class and always gave his all .The only sad thing is the ownership didn’t put a winning team behind him
This dude was soooo good. When I think of guys being able to get on base. Him and Tony Gwynn are the 2 names of I think right away. Pete rose as well. He was a class act. And I was rooting for him even tho I'm a phillies fan.
Thank you Ichiro for the memories and thank you Japan for letting us see this great player in action! One of my favorite memories in life is watching the Ms play with my grandfather and Ichiro was our favorite player! 🇯🇵❤
We are blessed to have Ichiro as part of the Mariners organization for years to come. Our baseball team finally has the foundation of some giants of the game upon whose shoulders future players can stand on. And, those M’s Hall of Fame Jackets are sweet.
Thank you Ichiro for years of joy and elite play. And thank you to all the fans of other teams, very heartwarming to read your kind words and see the impact he had on all baseball fans.
Thank you for everything you did for our city. Thank you for inspiring passion and respect for the game of baseball. You are and will always be the greatest. Thank you Ichiro.
Baseball will never be the same and I say this out of respect to both men as I'm a fan of both for life, Ichiro is the Dale Earnhardt of Baseball there will never be another Dale Earnhardt or Ichiro.
you're absolutely right. He's one of the best all around player (and Ohtani too). The perfect four tool player (He's at the top in every tool except power, though he does have a great technique to hit big long homeruns) One of the top best contact hitter in MLB, NPB, and baseball history. One of the best outfield cannon arm with best accuracy. One of the best base runner and base stealer along with Rickey Henderson. MLB record with 262 hits in one season. The only player ever to have 10 straight 200 hit season. The only player to hit above BA.350 four times in 21st century. His BA.372 is the highest BA in 21st century.
I love ❤️ Ichiro, he was my inspiration during tough life, he still teaching young baseball Jedi students in japan both girls team and boys team ! He is encouraging Shohei Ohtani also . He should be next Japanese prime minister ! I thank God for Ichiro passion ! ありがとうございます😊
What a story, and what a player. I'm an Angels fan, and I remember dreading Ichiro coming up to the plate to face us. He was the kind of player that could turn the momentum of a game around in an instant. That doesn't show up in the stats. I'm so grateful to have had a chance to see this amazing man play the game that I love so much.
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I think the most mind blowing Ichiro stat is that he came to MLB at the age of 27 and STILL got 3,000 hits. That will probably never happen again.
Ｉthink so.
I think two records that will stand for a really long time is his 262 hits in a season and ten straight seasons with over 200 Hits, it's Incredible ⚾️
A cursory look over the 3000 hit club, i believe Honus Wagner had the latest start at age 23. Most started between ages 19-21. So by the time most of the 3000 hit club had reached age 27, they already had 1000-1700 hits. Wagner had almost 800 by 27 It's mind boggling he reached 3000 at his late start.
@@rebeccaellsbury73 Yep. He was an anomaly. And.... goddamn, what an athlete, what a human being.
@@grticecream technically he already had almost 1300 hits when he came over from Japan.
Ichiro was a ballbuster in the clubhouse. Busting up poker games slurping loudly on noodles right next to the guys. A 5'9 Japanese smart ass that arguably was Ty Cobb reincarnated on the field, yet was Lou Gehrig off of it.
Now name the Trophy for the WBC after Ichiro Suzuki. He's largely responsible for the tournament to even exist.
間違いもあるかもしれませんが、イチローのスピーチの和訳です：
ジョン、ありがとう。
今夜ここに立っていることを誇りに思います。それにさっきビデオで流れていたようにジュニアが私の椅子に接着剤を塗ったかもしれないので、座席に戻るよりここに立っている方が安全かもしれません。ジュニアやってくれたね。ジュニアらしくスピーチのため送り出してくれたわけですから、始めさせていただきます。
22年前、シアトル・マリナーズに来てから私の人生は大きく変わりました。この球団と街には感謝してもしきれません。ハワードとジョン、今日は来てくれてありがとう。ジェリーとケイティも。アームストロングと喋れたことにも感動しました。ここに来れていないある人についても触れさせてください。山内博さんです。彼は長きにわたってマリナーズのオーナーでした。日本人初のプレイヤーとしてシアトルにくる機会を下さったことへの感謝は忘れません。今夜ここに来てくれた多くのマリナーズ殿堂入り選手の温かいサポートにも感動しています。
あるファンが「君とアルビンが一緒にプレーしてるのを見れてサイコーだ！」と叫んだ時、アルビン選手のことを知れたのは喜びでした。僕は侮辱されていたんです。「なんだって！？俺のこと何歳だと思ってるんだ？」って思いました。私がここにくるずっと前に引退している選手だったからです。でも考え直しました。「アルビンはそんなに好かれていた選手なんだな。チームメートになれていたらよかっただろうな」と。そのファンに訂正は求めませんでした。
初めてのチームメートのうち３人がここに来てくれています。
エドガー。最も謙虚なプロフェッショナルで、引退してからも変わっていません。そして（人名。言葉にされていないようです）。あなたはフィールドでは鉄壁の守りであったし、クラブハウスでは鉄壁のサポートをしてくれました。そしてジェイミー。来てくれて嬉しいです。レフティーとしてはとてもクレバーな選手でした。そしてめちゃくちゃおしゃべりですね。初めて会った時、私のところにやってきて英語で30分も喋り倒しましたね。なんと言っていたのかちっともわかりませんでした。少し英語も上手にはなった今でも、あなたの言っていることはほとんどわかりません。それでも、49歳までプレイを続けたことを心から称賛しています。
そして、ジョージについても言わせてください。皆さんはケン・グリフィー・ジュニアとしてご存じですね。私がアメリカに来る前から憧れの選手でした。2009年にシアトルに戻ってきてくれた時、私はやっと彼とチームメートになれました。嬉しかった。
冗談ばかり言ってる人ですが、私にとって彼は本当にプロフェッショナルで、言い表せないほど助けていただきました。
そしてマリリン。旦那様であられたのレジェンドのブロードキャスター、デーブ・ニーハウスの代理で出席してくださってありがとうございます。
リック（？）と（人名？）も、来てくださってありがとうございます。
妻のユミコにも出席してもらえました。彼女なしではこの栄誉は成し遂げられませんでした。この瞬間に至る全ての旅路において、彼女は私と共に全てのチャレンジに直面してきました。
そして、長年の通訳者、アレン・ターナーにも感謝を。私のキャリア全体をずっと支えてくれました。彼の家族もお招きできて嬉しいです。
そして、長年に渡って私に素晴らしサポートをしてくださったたくさんの方へ感謝しています。その方々は今、このスタンドに来てくださっています。
シアトルでの初めてのマネージャー、ルー・ピネラ監督が今日来られなかったことは残念です。シアトルでの初めての思い出は彼にまつわるものです。シーズン初勝利を挙げてクラブハウスに戻った時、ルーは私にキスしたんです。ちょうど頬のこの辺りに、激しいウェットなキスでした。日本では起こらないことですね。ショックでした。怖かった、正直言って。心の中で思いましたよ。「これがアメリカの慣習なんだったら、自分はやっていけないかも知れない」って。その年、私たちは116勝を挙げたことを覚えていますか。マネージャーから116回キスされることになろうとは思っていませんでしたね。ありがたいことに続けてこられて大変嬉しく思っています。
私は現役選手としては引退しましたが、野球とシアトルが心から離れたことはありません。野球は私の魂にずっとあり続けていますし、私のミッションはプレイヤーとファンにこの素晴らしいゲームを楽しんでもらう手伝いをしていくことです。チェアマンの特別補佐として春のトレーニングの時期やシーズン中、選手の皆さんをサポートする役割をいただけたことを誇りに思います。ほとんど毎日マリナーズのユニフォームを着ていますし、それを誇りに思います。
プレイヤーの皆さんには、皆さんがベストな状態であるために一緒に戦うためにいるのだと知っていておいていただきたいです。
シアトルに来た時は、私は27歳でした。まさか自分のキャリアが19シーズンにもおよび、今日のこの日もシアトルにいるとは、想像もできませんでした。それを覚えておいていただくことで、今のプレイヤーの皆さんにお伝えしたいことがあります。あなた方の未来はあなたが想像もできない可能性で溢れています。だから、今を大切に、自分に限界を設定することなくベストを尽くしてください。日本からやってきた、やせっぽちで小柄な男がこのユニフォームを身に纏って戦い、今夜この栄誉を皆さんの目前で受け取っているのですから。皆さんにできないはずがありません。もちろん苦労やフラストレーションに直面することがあるでしょう。自分も毎年直面していたからわかります。自分に限界を設定することなく、これらの毎日のチャンレジに対する欲望や情熱を見つけなければなりません。これがあなたのポテンシャルを最大化する一つの方法であり、そうすることで想像できなかったところにまで到達することができるのです。
最後にシアトルの素晴らしいファンの皆様へ。20年前の初めての試合で新人選手の私に大きな声で声援を送ってくれました。そしてずっとやめないでいてくれた。2018年にチームに戻った時にも、私が離脱していた時期がなかったかのように迎えてくれた。そのパッションには感動し、私のキャリアの中で最高の思い出として残っており、ずっとあの感情を忘れることは無いでしょう。シアトル・マリナーズで皆さんのためにプレイできたことが最高の喜びであり、これからもあなた方とマリナーズのためにベストを尽くします。ありがとうございました。
ありがとう。訳してくださって。
素晴らしいspeech✨😆
和訳✨✨✨ありがとうございます✨
高評価201にしてごめん！
ありがとう！
略して頂きありがとうございます。
とても感動しました！！
thx bro.
No need to introduce him as Ichiro Suzuki…he’s one of MLB’s only single-name stars. The greatest Asian baseball player to make it in America…so many before and after him have not lived up to the extreme hype.
Ichiro changed baseball…and for the better.
Ichiro changed the way Americans view Asian imports, then and now. Thanks for not only living up to the expectations throughout your career but exceeding all expectations.
He's easily a first ballot Hall of Famer.
If he’s not 100%, there’s something wrong.
I love ichiro's first words: What's up Seattle!
Yumiko's beauty is still alive
I’m not even a Mariners or even general Seattle fan… but this makes me choke up. What a story, what a person… he’s tremendous example of what makes life worth living and what we live for.
As a #mariners fan, We appreciate that 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Same here. I'm not a Mariners fan. I usually attended games at the Kingdome/Safeco rooting for the visiting team. But how can anyone not love Ichiro? When I first came to Japan and saw him play, I bought an Orix Blue Wave cap. I followed his career since then even though he later went to a west coast team other than my hometown's. Also, I was lucky enough to attend his final game here in Tokyo where he announced his retirement. This ceremony today is a pre-cursor to the inevitable enshrinement in Cooperstown a few years from now. Ichiro, arigato!
Me either can you imagine if in the 2000s they had him, Griffey, and A-Rod in the same line-up
I remembered Ichiro's first baseball game. And it was my first time to watch baseball ⚾️.
I was more attracted to the balloons in SAFECO FIELD that time and they were mentioning Ichiro Zuzuki... So I decided to watched. And hook with Ichiro.
Golf has Tiger Woods
Baseball has Ichiro
Salute. Hats 🎩 off. LONG LIVE ICHIRO.
This is the man who is the sole reason I have been an Aussie Mariners fan for over 20 years
「ワッツアップ、シアトル！」
ありがとうございます、ジョン（スタントン会長）。今夜ここに立てていることを光栄に思います。また、ここに立っていることは、あそこに戻って座っているよりも安全です。なぜなら、先ほどの動画でご覧のように、（ケン・グリフィー）ジュニアが椅子に接着剤をつけていたかもしれないから。もちろんやったよね。私にスピーチをさせるジュニアなりのやり方に違いありません。というわけで始めましょう。
22年前、シアトル・マリナーズの一員になって、私の人生は完全に変わりました。この球団とこの街には、感謝してもしきれません。ご参加いただいたハワード（リンカーン元CEO）とジョンに感謝申し上げます。ジェリー（ディポト編成本部長）とケイティ（グリッグス経営本部長）にも感謝を。チャック・アームストロングもここに来てくれたことに感動しています。
ここにはいない人にも言及しなくてはいけません。ミスター・ヒロシ・ヤマウチ（山内溥＝元任天堂社長、故人）です。彼はマリナーズの長年のオーナーでした。初の日本人野手としてシアトルでプレーする機会を与えてくださった彼に、生涯感謝しています。
マリナーズ殿堂入りメンバーが列席、マルティネスやモイヤーに感謝
今夜ここに来る時間を作ってくれた、数多くのマリナーズ殿堂入りメンバーからの温かいサポートに感動しています。アルビン（デービス＝元近鉄）と知り合いになれたのは喜びでした。
あるときファンが私に叫びました。『ヘイ、お前とアルビンが一緒にプレーしているのを見るのが好きだったぞ』と。初めは侮辱されたと感じました。『カモン、マン！ 私をいくつだと思ってるんだ？』と思ったのです。彼は私がここに来るずっと前に引退していたんです。でも、アルビンがとても優しい人間なので、彼のチームメートになれたら素敵だっただろうなと思ったのです。だから、私はそのファンを正しませんでした。
最初のチームメートのうちの3人がここに来てくれています。
エドガー（マルティネス）！ あなたは最も謙虚なプロフェッショナルであり、引退しても変わっていません。それに対して……（ケン・グリフィーJr.のほうを振り返って指差す）」
（マルティネスの話に戻り）あなたはフィールド上での私たちの鉄の支えであり、クラブハウスでの私たちの鉄のサポートでもありました。
そしてジェイミー（モイヤー）！ はるばる来てくれてありがとう。左腕として、あなたはとても賢い人でした。でもとてもおしゃべりでもありました。初めて会ったとき、あなたは英語で30分間もしゃべり続けました！ そして、私はあなたが言っていることが全く分かりませんでした。今、私の英語は少し上達しましたが、いまだにあなたが言っていることはほとんど分かりません。それでも、あなたは49歳になるまでプレーを続けました。私がとても敬服しているところです。
この新しいマリナーズのチームに加わることができて、光栄に思います。ここに来て直接私を歓迎してくださった皆様に感謝いたします。
そして、私が『ジョージ』と呼びたい人がいます。あなた方は彼のことをケン・グリフィーJr.としてご存じでしょう。私がアメリカに来る前から、彼は私のアイドルでした。しかし、2009年に彼はシアトルに戻ってきて、ついに私は彼のチームメートになることができました。イエス。彼は冗談好きな人です。でも私にとって彼は真のプロフェッショナルでもあります。彼は表現しきれないほど多くの方法で私を助けてくれました。彼のチームメートでいられたことは、本当に私のキャリアのハイライトの1つです。
マリリン。あなたの夫であり、伝説的な実況アナウンサーであるデーブ・ニーハウスのレガシーを引き継いでくれてありがとうございます。マーイ・オー・マーイ！（と、ニーハウスの真似をして絶叫）」 そしてリック（リズ実況アナウンサー）。ホーリー・スモークス！（リズの定番フレーズ）ここに来てくれてありがとうございます。
私の妻、弓子がここにいてくれて嬉しく思います。この栄誉は彼女なしでは不可能でした。この瞬間までの旅路の中で、彼女は私と一緒に全てのチャレンジ（困難）に立ち向かってくれました。
長年の通訳、アレン・ターナーに感謝します。彼の家族がここにいてくれて嬉しく思います。キャリアを通して、彼らは私に素晴らしいサポートを与えてくれました。 長年、素晴らしい助けを差し伸べてくれた多数の人たちにも感謝します。その人たちは今夜、このスタンドにいます。
私のシアトルでの最初の監督、ルー・ピネラがここに来れなかったのは残念です。私のここでの最初の思い出の1つは、彼によって作られたものでした。私にとって最初の開幕戦で勝利した後、クラブハウスに戻るとルーが私にキスしてきました。（右唇横のほおを指しながら）ちょうどここ、ほおに。監督が大きく、湿ったキスをしてきたのです。日本ではないことなのでショックを受けました。正直言うと怖かったです。心の中で思いました。これがアメリカの習慣なら、ここではうまくいかないかも、と。
思い出してください。あの年私たちは116勝を挙げたのです。私は監督から116回キスされる準備はできていませんでした。ありがたいことに、私は継続することができました。そうできたことを嬉しく思います。
現役選手としては引退しても、野球とシアトルが私の心から離れることは決してありませんでした。野球は永遠に私の魂であり、私の使命は、選手とファンの両方がこの特別なゲームを楽しみ続けられるよう、その一助になることです。今、私はスタントン会長付きの特別補佐という任をありがたく受けています。スプリングトレーニングとシーズン中に、選手たちと一緒に仕事できるポジションです。たいていの日は、私はいまだにマリナーズのユニホームを着ています。誇りを持ってそうしています。
私たちの選手みんなに知っておいてほしいのは、ベストを目指して戦うあなたたちに私が寄り添っているということです。私がシアトルに来たとき、私は27歳でした。当時、アメリカでのキャリアが19年も続くなんて、今日もまだシアトルにいるなんて想像もできませんでした。 それを念頭に置いて、現役の選手たちに言いたいことがあります。
あなたたちの将来もまた、あなたたちが想像できないような可能性を秘めています。だから、自分自身に限界を設けず、ベストを尽くしてそれを大事にしてください。
もし、日本から来た、痩せこけた小柄な男がこのユニホームを着て競争することができるなら、そして今夜この名誉を受けるためにあなたたちの前に立つことができているのなら、あなたたちにできないという理由は何もありません。
もちろん、あなたたちは苦難やフラストレーションに直面することになるでしょう。私は知っています。私も毎年直面していたから。自分自身に限界を設けず、そういった日々の困難に打ち勝つという欲望と情熱を見つけなければいけません。それがあなたのポテンシャルを最大化する方法です。その後に、想像もできなかったことに到達することができるのです。
ファンへの感謝「これからも私は全力を尽くし続けます」
そして最後に、傑出したシアトルのファンたちへ。あなたたちは21年前、新人選手だった私に大きな声援を送ってくれました。そして、その声援は決して止むことがありませんでした。 （イチローコールが続く）
2018年に戻ってきたとき、まるでここを一度も離れたことがなかったかのようでした。あなた方が私を迎えてくれたときの情熱が、私の心に響きました。私のキャリアにおける最高の瞬間の1つであり、あのときの気持ちは決して忘れません。シアトル・マリナーズの一員としてあなた方のためにプレーしてきたことは、私の最大の栄誉です。
あなた方とマリナーズのために、これからも私は全力を尽くし続けます。ありがとうございました。
ありがとうございます！！
Major respect for this man from a die hard Red Sox fan. I’ve always been so impressed by him. Had he come over earlier than age 27 he’d be the all-time hit leader for sure.
He is....Pete Rose just won't admit it.
Ten straight 200 hit seasons, a record. Always a pleasure to watch this man hit, field, and run the bases. Was able to see him play in person several times. A tremendous example of how to play the game and how to live. I remember his chase for the all-time hits in a season record and when the classy Sisler family was there to congratulate him. And such a wonderful speech. He worked hard to deliver it in English and brought the house down. Again.
海外の人を笑わせるユーモアを持ちつつ、周りの元メンバーやファンに感謝を忘れない謙虚さ
そしてなにより、日本を代表する野球選手としてメジャーリーグの第一線で活躍したイチロー・スズキ！
あなたは日本の誇りです！
これからも応援します！
Pride of Japan, of Seattle and light to the world.
The Greatest Post WW2 gift Japan gave the United States since Godzilla. Thank you, Friend. 🇯🇵🇺🇲
@@charlesmurphy3222No gift was needed. Thank you is all, and memories of lost loved needs to be kept.
He is deserving of praise. He is a legend, a good man and will always be remembered.
Who doesn't love Ichiro?
I love how he turns and nods at every one he thanks. So genuine, despite a (small, but still) language barrier. Respect is universal. His talent is universal. We’ll never forget Ichiro.
Respect is important in Japanese culture. He broke George Sisler's record for hits in a season and a few years after he broke the record, Ichiro visited the grave of George Sisler and placed flowers on his grave. Now that right there is class.
I will never ever give ichiro any advice, but I am gonna give you some advice, save that speech, you gonna need it in three years.
Hall of fame. Can’t wait.
Automatic.
Ichiro was one of my idols growing up his style of play was one like no other. Congrats Seattle fans!
My idol too. Respect
@@tonyswe9463 💯
Ichiro san is a pretty hilarious gentleman.
I think he never forgets about gratitude for anything and also, he is modesty.
Brilliant!!!
ichiro was always a great example of how to be on & off the field. legend 4L.
Forever a Seattle Legend.
Yankee fan checking in... this was a special moment and I loved it as much as any Mariner fan. Be glad you have him, he's one of a kind.
I'm also especially happy that we had Ichiro represent the Bronx for the time he was here. I know Seattle was the place that made him who he was, but I hope everyone in the northwest knows how much we loved him being here as much as we loved him being with all of you... and to you, it was most-definitely even more special. Yankees fans understand the scope of baseball history very well, Ichiro was here for a time, but we know he was more than his time here in the Bronx. He was more than his time in Seattle or Japan, he IS one of the best that baseball has ever seen, ever.
Ya the Yankees are POS'S
Great post. Thanks for the perspective of a Yankee fan and good luck the rest of the way.
@@534nMCp633 go Yanks!
Same! Agreed! 👏
Can't wait to hear his speech when he's inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame.
Unanimously
No way he makes it to MLB hall of fame.
@@henryt9281wanna bet?
@@henryt9281you’re nuts
@henryt9281 dude, he's on the ballot this year and the only question is if he'll be voted in unanimously or not.
He is from the same town as me and I was living in Seattle when Ichiro came to play for Mariners. I wanna thank him for teaching us to dream big! I am so proud of him!!
Wow what a lucky life for both of you
We sure love all Japanese people, in Seattle. Such lovely, humble, driven people.
イチローコールで泣いたわ。すげーなこの人
Cubs fan. This man is a living legend. Thank you for everything you’ve done for the sport!
Ichiro was the reason that I wanted to play the game and also right field. I went on to play for 8 years and ofcourse I was never at Ichiro level he was a great inspiration for me. Thank you Ichiro for the impact you have left on so many people's lives.
If anybody deserves an induction, it's Ichiro. I grew up watching this man. What an icon
I grew up watching Griffey but have the same type of love for Ichiro.
今ちょうど選手になった人達が夢中で観ていたであろう選手がイチローなんだよな。
凄い感慨深い出来事です。
イチローさんおめでとうございます🎉
「人と比較して、劣っているとしても、決して恥じることはない。けれども、去年の自分と比較して、もしも、今年の自分が劣っているとしたら、それこそ、恥じるべきである」イチロー→→
松下幸之助でした。(修正8/29)
常に上を目指して謙虚に努力する。
今の自分に満足せず。日々の小さな小さな積み重ねの努力が殿堂入りに繋がったんですね。
引退後も野球に関わってきたからこそ点(努力)と点(努力)が繋がった結果。
本当におめでとうございます。
松下幸之助さんの言葉ですね
Ichiro is a mythic tier player. If we didn't have video footage of his gameplay, highlights, and achievements, then his story would be unbelievable. Absolute legend.
イチローの活躍は
いつまでも色褪せない
朝方にイチローの出てるマリナーズの試合を親父と見るのが思い出に深く刻まれてる
本当に感謝してる
Japanese？？
@@ちくわちゃん-s7b イエス！
It’s was funny growing up I didn’t know anything about baseball because I was only into football. But I would always remember hearing this guys name everytime when the baseball highlights would be on ESPN. It’s crazy to see him now making his Hall of Fame speech! Legend!
You know somebody is legendary when they're just known by one name.....Ichiro
彼は野球選手としてはもちろん、人としても素晴らしい。尊敬します
I think meeting lots of different people made Ichiro grow up.
The United states a wonderful country.
Thank you for your kindness Seattle Mariners and fans.
One of the greatest hitters this game has ever seen. What an honor as a baseball New York Yankees fan to see him play on tv and in person. #livinglegend
I wasnt even a fan of baseball two months ago but then youtube recommended his highlight package to me. Ichiro made me a fan.
Did you watch the secret base “History of the Seattle Mariners” yet?
@@andrewlipkin7127 yes i did, it was an amazing watch. That team has a great history.
Hands down one of my favorite players growing up.
43歳 おっさんです｡ イチローさん 本当におめでとうございます｡ あなたのおかげで､活躍の日のニュースを見るだけで､日本人が本当に誇らしい気持ちになっていました｡
あなたの行動全てに敬意を表します｡
20年前にセーフコフィールドに行った時、沢山のシアトル市民からめっちゃ「イチロー！！」って賞賛の声を掛けられたのを何故か思い出した。
イチローがここまでの偉業を成し遂げる事が出来たのもマリナーズに居たお陰かもしれないよね！
しかし、イチローのスピーチ面白かったね、最高です！殿堂入りおめでとう、イチロー！！
山内のおかげ
彼は日本の偉大な野球選手です
この記録は今後も破られることはないでしょう
これだけ笑いを取れるのもすごい
I think there never was another player more dedicated to the game of baseball than Ichiro. Furthermore I never saw another player consistently reach the high ceiling of his talent like Ichiro did.
To me he is one of the best players of all time.
ジャケット着たときウルっときたわ。
めちゃくちゃ愛されてるなって感じた。
これからもヒーローでお願いします。
Yes, Ichiro is going to make this great speech again in 3 years in Cooperstown!
His English ability will better than now hahaha
@@waterman19770212 hopefully so will be yours.
@@waterman19770212 will be*
I'm not a Mariners fan, but I greatly admired his play.....
I still remember the day when I first went to see Ichiro's game in Seattle...This is very amazing that he continues challenge himself in the states and encourage everyone all over the world. He really teaches us "never give up" . I am super proud of him and his efforts.
Thank you to my home team for putting on an amazing induction ceremony, well deserved Ichi.
Can't thank him enough for the memories of those wonderful games I attended with my Dad. What a wonderful mentor and example to any ballplayer. Well done Ichiro!
What a class act on and off the field. Congratulations Ichiro.
For real
Words cannot express how grateful I am to have had Ichiro on my Mariners growing up. Such a blessing
言語の壁があろうが、尊敬という気持ちは普遍であるというコメントがあったけど
大変素晴らしい言葉だ
ベースボールの発祥の国アメリカの地において、イチローの素晴らしいスピーチに感動しました。
from my history of watching baseball favorite era' s rookie debut was ken griffey jr and ichirio suzuki man those days just thinking about how ken griffey had . 264 batting average with 120 hits, 16 home runs, 61 RBIs and 61 runs scored in 127 games in his rookie season and then the great Ichiro Suzuki . 350 batting average with 242 hits, 8 homers, 69 RBIs and 127 runs scored in 157 games in his rookie season in 2001 and his Gold Glove/MVP/R.O.T.Y./Siver Sluggers Awards in his rookie season and then later breaking records im very happy to have witness and experience those wonderful days that made me love watching the game of baseball its unforgettable both of them guys are one of the G .O. A .T's in the mlb history i hope ichiro suzuki gets inducted for the H.O.F. because he deserves it
Ichiro and Gwynn are my favorite players. They are the type of players that everyone wants to do well because they are so hard working and downright likeable.
He is a real samurai！！
17 likes… Look who he paved the way for. 💙
Wow. I even appreciate baseball even more. Make me choke up . Much respect for him.
Thank you so much for the memories to all of us for all these years. My mother has been a huge fan since he was a player in Kobe and she passed away when Mariners broke all the records. His picture was always by her bed. Thank you Ichiro san!
I was so lucky that I watched many of his games in TV, when he played for Seattle and NY. One of the greatest players of all times.
この素晴らしい映像に日本語字幕を付けて欲しいなぁ。。。出来ないかしらん？
イチローさん乾杯！！の８３歳です。おめでとうございます。
I was in tears through out the whole speech!!!!
Same
14:08 What a great message to the people who are struggling to do something. It gives me guts.
Ichiro !! you are my hero forever !!!
What a wonderful speech he is ! This is considerate.
I was here for this and it was so amazing when the crowd started chanting Ichiro
What a wonderful speech. He really roasted Jamie Moyer good! Classy and endearing speech all around.
I-CHI-RO! I-CHI-RO! I-CHI-RO!
Ichiro is the human national treasure of Japan! Thank you for the warm-heart to him in the US baseball world. What a great speech in English!
Thank you for sharing him with us.
He’s the pride of Seattle too, he’ll always have a home of adoring fans on this side of the water too
So sweet comment! He is very lucky to play for long time with the great team in friendly Seattle.
Great speech Ichiro. Thank you. Couldn't find a transcript online, so I made one. Enjoy.
What’s up Seattle?
Thank you John.
It is an honor to stand here tonight. It’s also safer to stand here rather than go back and sit over there, because as you just saw in the video, Junior may have put glue on my chair. Of course you did. This must be Junior’s way of making me give you a speech. So, here we go.
Twenty-three years ago my life forever changed, when I became a Seattle Mariner. I am beyond grateful to this organization and this city. Thank you Howard and John for attending. Thank you Jerry and Katy. I am touched to have Chuck Armstrong here as well. I must also mention someone who is not here. Mr. Hiroshi Yamauchi. He was a long-time owner of the Mariners. I am forever thankful to him for giving me the opportunity to play in Seattle.as the first position player from Japan.
I am touched by the warm support of so many Mariner Hall Of Famers, who made time to be here tonight. It has been a pleasure getting to know Alvin. Once a fan shouted to me, “Hey, I loved watching you and Alvin play together!” At first, I was insulted. I thought, “Come on man! How old do you think I am? He retired way before I came here.” But then I thought, “Alvin is such a kind man. It would have been nice to be his teammate,” so I didn’t correct the fan.
Three of my first teammates are here.
Edgar. You were the most humble professional and you haven’t changed in retirement.
Dan. You were our iron backstop on the field, and our iron support in the clubhouse.
And Jamie! Thanks for coming all the way out here. As a leftie, you were so clever, but so talkative. When I first met you, you kept talking to me in English for thirty minutes! And, I had no idea what you said. Now, my English is a little better, but I still can’t understand most of what you say. Even so, you played until you were forty-nine years old, and that is something I greatly admire. I am honored to join this new Mariners team. Thank you all for being here to welcome me in person.
And then there is a guy I like to call George. You know him as Ken Griffey Jr. He was my idol even before I came to America, but in 2009 he returned to Seattle and I finally got to be his teammate. Yes, he’s a jokester. But for me, he’s also a true professional. He helped me in more ways than I can express. Being his teammate is truly one of my career highlights.
Thank you Marilyn, for representing the legacy of your husband, our legendary broadcaster, Dave Niehaus. My, oh my!
And Rick. Holy smokes! Thank you for being here too.
I am pleased to have my wife Yumiko here. This honor would not be possible without her. Together she has faced all the challenges with me in the journey to this moment.
Thank you to my long-time interpreter Alan Turner. I am pleased to have his family here. They have given me great support for my entire career.
I also appreciate a number of others who have given me great help over the years. They are in the stands tonight.
I am sorry that my first manager in Seattle, Lou Pinella cannot be here tonight. One of my first memories here was created by him. When we returned to the clubhouse after winning my first opener, Lou kissed me. Right here, on the cheek. The manager gave me a big wet kiss. That doesn’t happen in Japan and I was shocked. Honestly, I was scared. I thought to myself, “If this is the custom in America, I might not make it here.” Remember, we won 116 games that year. I wasn’t ready for 116 kisses from the manager. Thankfully, I carried on, and I’m so grateful I did.
Even though I retired as an active player, baseball and Seattle have never left my heart. Baseball will forever be my soul, and my mission is to keep helping both players and fans appreciate this special game.
Now, I am honored to serve as special assistant to Chairman Stanton. A position that allows me to work with players in spring training and during the season. Most days, I still wear the Mariners uniform, and I do so proudly. I want our players to know I am with you in your fight to be the best.
I was 27 years old when I came to Seattle. I could never imagine my career in America would last 19 seasons and that I would still be in Seattle today. With that in mind, I would like to say to the current players your future has possibilities that you cannot imagine as well. So embrace it by giving your best without imposing limits on yourself.
If a skinny, undersized guy from Japan can compete in this uniform, and then stand before you tonight to accept this honor. Then there’s no reason you cannot do it either.
Of course, you will face struggles and frustrations. I know, because I faced them every year. Without imposing limits on yourself, you must find the desire and the passion to overcome those daily challenges. That is the way to maximize your potential. Then, you can achieve the unimaginable.
And finally, to the outstanding fans of Seattle. You cheered loudly for me as a new player that first game twenty-one years ago, and you never stopped. When I returned in 2018, it was as if I had never left. The passion with which you welcomed me back touched my heart. It is one of the best memories of my career and I will never forget that feeling. It is my greatest honor to have played for you as a Seattle Mariner. I will keep doing my best for you and the Mariners. Thank you.
アメリカの子供がイチローの構えを真似してる映像見て本当に嬉しかったよ。野茂のトルネードの時もそうだったけど。誇らしいよ日本人として。
Damn these guys got old. Young ppl need to listen to what Ichiro said & maximize their potential while they still can.
I saw him play live from 2004-2013 going to many games , pure class and always gave his all .The only sad thing is the ownership didn’t put a winning team behind him
they did a few times, just not playoff bound. they had some pretty decent records. the fact that the 116 win team didn't win it all was a shocker.
Jr見てほっこりしたしニーハウス氏にもグッと来た。エイミーさんも当然いるしキャリア集大成って感じ
野球殿堂入りがますます楽しみになった
This dude was soooo good. When I think of guys being able to get on base. Him and Tony Gwynn are the 2 names of I think right away. Pete rose as well.
He was a class act. And I was rooting for him even tho I'm a phillies fan.
Thank you Ichiro for the memories and thank you Japan for letting us see this great player in action! One of my favorite memories in life is watching the Ms play with my grandfather and Ichiro was our favorite player! 🇯🇵❤
Saying Ichiro's induction is "well-deserved" just might be the understatement of all ...forever.
I Agree and the next induction for Ichiro is to the Baseball Hall of Fame ⚾️
We are blessed to have Ichiro as part of the Mariners organization for years to come. Our baseball team finally has the foundation of some giants of the game upon whose shoulders future players can stand on.
And, those M’s Hall of Fame Jackets are sweet.
Rumors are true. Ichiro is hilarious.
I wish athletes like him could play forever! What a great speech by a classy man!
素晴らしいスピーチでした。
Ichiro is such a humbled player
かっこいいぜ！イチロー！！
最高だぜ！Seattle！！
Now Cooperstown speech awaits!
Thank you Ichiro for your illustrious career in both NPB and MLB! Inspirational and idol to many of us Japanese fans!!!
Ichiro is a one of the beginning reasons I fell in love with the game of baseball thank you legend 🙏🏼
the best in Japan and in Seattle 😮 I’m gonna miss him on the field also
Yes I know right 😅
Thank you Ichiro for years of joy and elite play. And thank you to all the fans of other teams, very heartwarming to read your kind words and see the impact he had on all baseball fans.
Thank you, Mariners for uploading this video.
We can watch this legend player from Japan🇯🇵 ARIGATO
Thank you for everything you did for our city. Thank you for inspiring passion and respect for the game of baseball. You are and will always be the greatest. Thank you Ichiro.
さて、今日のメインディッシュであるイチロー氏のマリナーズ殿堂入り映像を見ました。マリナーズの公式チャンネルへも感謝申し上げます。イチロー氏のスピーチ素晴らしかったです。初めにお世話になったチームメイトと、入れ違いとはいえ自身が尊敬してやまないケン・グリフィー氏や弓子夫人、長年に亘ってお世話になった通訳さんとその家族への感謝には目頭が熱くなりました。そしてブーイングがあったものの、メジャー移籍初年度の監督であったルー・ピネラ氏への思いや入団時のオーナーへの感謝など、イチロー氏ならではのスピーチ構成にも感動いたしました。最後には勿論ですが応援して下さった全てのマリナーズファンへのメッセージもあって、”泣かないイチロー”の全てをさらけ出して頂いたと思っています。
ライトスタンドでメッセージボードを掲げる”最高のファン”であるエイミーさんの姿も拝見出来、胸が一杯になりました＾＾
ピネラ監督のくだりはブーイングではなく彼のファーストネームがLou=ルーなので"ルー"と声援を送っています。
LouとかLukeと言う名前の人の時にはよく起きる現象です。😝
Dodger fan here. It was a pleasure watching him play. You knew from early on that you were watching a very special player.
The very definition of a "5 tool player" (Nearly perfect at every aspect of the game)
イチロー！おめでとう。素晴らしいスピーチ。
Baseball will never be the same and I say this out of respect to both men as I'm a fan of both for life, Ichiro is the Dale Earnhardt of Baseball there will never be another Dale Earnhardt or Ichiro.
同じ日本人として野球の最高峰アメリカメジャーリーグで活躍されたイチロー氏を心から尊敬いたします。おめでとうございます！
Pure class. He had no weaknesses as a ballplayer.
you're absolutely right. He's one of the best all around player (and Ohtani too).
The perfect four tool player (He's at the top in every tool except power, though he does have a great technique to hit big long homeruns)
One of the top best contact hitter in MLB, NPB, and baseball history.
One of the best outfield cannon arm with best accuracy.
One of the best base runner and base stealer along with Rickey Henderson.
MLB record with 262 hits in one season. The only player ever to have 10 straight 200 hit season. The only player to hit above BA.350 four times in 21st century. His BA.372 is the highest BA in 21st century.
He’s like a panther it seems, no move he makes isn’t athletic. jeez
Reminds me of Samurai
I love ❤️ Ichiro, he was my inspiration during tough life, he still teaching young baseball Jedi students in japan both girls team and boys team ! He is encouraging Shohei Ohtani also . He should be next Japanese prime minister ! I thank God for Ichiro passion ! ありがとうございます😊
He's so cool.
LEGEND 🔥🐐
What a story, and what a player. I'm an Angels fan, and I remember dreading Ichiro coming up to the plate to face us. He was the kind of player that could turn the momentum of a game around in an instant. That doesn't show up in the stats. I'm so grateful to have had a chance to see this amazing man play the game that I love so much.
A’s fan here. I’ll always remember Ichiro as a Mariner. Legend.
おめでとう！！イチロー👍👏👏
I just love this guy! I have an incredible Ichiro memorabilia collection... time to get it graded. Always be my favorite player.
Humble and classy man.