The Seattle Mariners have officially announced plans to immortalize baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki with a bronze statue outside T-Mobile Park. The team revealed that the monument will be unveiled during the 2025 season, making Ichiro the fourth person in franchise history to receive such an honor.
The statue will join those of other Mariners icons: Hall of Fame outfielder Ken Griffey Jr., legendary designated hitter Edgar Martinez, and beloved broadcaster Dave Niehaus.
Key details of the announcement include:
- A Historic Legacy: Ichiro spent nearly 14 seasons with the Mariners, amassing 2,542 of his 3,089 career MLB hits in Seattle. He earned 10 All-Star selections and 10 Gold Glove Awards during his time with the team.
- The Unveiling: While the specific date has not been set, the ceremony is expected to be a major highlight of the Mariners’ 2025 promotional calendar.
- Hall of Fame Path: The timing of the statue coincides with Ichiro becoming eligible for the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2025, where he is widely expected to be a first-ballot inductee.
Mariners Chairman John Stanton praised Ichiro’s impact on both the city and the sport, noting that the statue will serve as a permanent tribute to his unparalleled work ethic and the “transcendental” nature of his career.
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