The Seattle Mariners Star announced his retirement shortly after waving goodbye to fans in the Tokyo Dome. Ichiro went 0-4 in his final game and was pulled from right field in the eighth inning to a large standing ovation from all the fans in the Tokyo Dome.
Ichiro was a 10-time All-Star in the majors. He had 3,089 hits over a 19-year career in the big leagues after having 1,278 while starring in Japan. His combined total of 4,367 is a professional record.
He was expected to retire after the series in Japan or after the final two spring training games against the San Diego Padres before the regular season resumes against the Boston Red Sox.
He leaves behind one of the greatest legacies in the history of Major League Baseball since his debut in 2001, and has left a significant mark on the game and will continue to do so for many years to come. His influence on the growth of baseball is undeniable and anyone who is a true fan of baseball will wish him good luck in his future endeavors.
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