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Ichiro Cooperstown Bound?

Since his MLB debut in 2001, no player has played in more games, had more at-bats, hits or a higher batting average than Ichiro Suzuki. In fact, the Seattle center fielder's consistency since his arrival has been almost unheard of.

Ichiro has never played less than 157 games, scored less than 100 runs or had less than 200 hits. He's already at 1592 career hits and boasts a .333 lifetime batting average, both of which eclipse the production of Albert Pujols, who also started his career in 2001.

One major difference between the two is that at 34, Ichiro is seven years older than Pujols. The big question is how much production does Suzuki have left and will his numbers be good enough for the Hall of Fame?

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