Ichiro Suzuki shines with humor and wisdom at Hall of Fame induction
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Ichiro Suzuki delivered a nearly 20-minute speech in English at his Hall of Fame induction, breaking his usual tradition of speaking in Japanese, to connect with his American fans. The ceremony also featured speeches from Billy Wagner and tributes to late players like Dave Parker, with a large crowd in attendance despite weather delays.
- Ichiro Suzuki steals show with witty Hall of Fame speech in English New York Post
- Ichiro shows funny side, joins CC, Wagner in HOF ESPN
- Ichiro cracks jokes, shares wisdom and calls out lone voter in National Baseball Hall of Fame speech Yahoo Sports
- Suzuki, Sabathia, Wagner, Parker, Allen take rightful spots in Hall MLB.com
- Putting Ichiro’s on-field accomplishments in context. Plus: Judge avoids the worst The New York Times
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