Seiya Suzuki

Baseball player, MLB All-Star

Seiya Suzuki - Baseball player, MLB All-Star
Born

August 18th, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

Links & References

A professional baseball player from Japan, Suzuki made a significant impact in Major League Baseball (MLB) after a successful career in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Suzuki played for the Hiroshima Carp in NPB before signing with the Chicago Cubs in 2021. In his rookie MLB season, he showcased exceptional skills, earning recognition as an MLB All-Star. His batting prowess combined with defensive excellence established him as a key player for the Cubs, contributing to their offensive lineup.

MLB All-Star selection in 2022

Playing for the Chicago Cubs

Winning multiple Golden Glove awards in NPB

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