Seven-time PL batting champion Suzuki wants shot at majors

Seven-time PL batting champion Suzuki wants shot at majors

KOBE, Japan - Seven-time Pacific League batting champion Ichiro Suzuki of the Orix BlueWave gestures to reporters in Kobe on Oct. 12 as he explains his decision to seek a chance to play in the North American major leagues next season.

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