Ichiro Suzuki, a renowned figure in Major League Baseball, spent the latter part of his illustrious career with the Miami Marlins. When he joined the Marlins, he admitted that he had limited familiarity with the franchise prior to his arrival in Miami. During his Hall of Fame induction speech, he humorously remarked that he had not recognized the team when they extended him a contract in 2015.

Suzuki signed with the Marlins after completing a three-year tenure with the New York Yankees. Despite joining Miami later in his career, he managed to contribute positively to the team, particularly notable given that he was in his 40s during his time with the Marlins. Although his initial reluctance to sign with the organization was evident, Suzuki clearly cherished his experiences in Miami, culminating in a three-year stint with the team. However, his time with the Marlins did not yield significant on-field success, as the franchise missed the postseason during each year of his contract.

On the day of his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, Suzuki was honored alongside fellow inductees CC Sabathia, Dick Allen, Billy Wagner, and Dave Parker. Notably, he fell just one vote short of achieving unanimous selection to the Hall of Fame. During his acceptance speech, he lightheartedly addressed the lone writer who did not cast a vote in his favor. Suzuki concluded his address with a humorous reminder that the invitation for dinner at his home had 'now expired.' A 10-time All-Star, two-time American League batting champion, AL Rookie of the Year, and AL MVP, Suzuki made history by setting the record for the most hits in a single MLB season with 262 in 2004.