First ballot HoFer, Ichiro Suzuki. Suzuki finished the season second in the AL in hits, fourth in batting average, and fourth in steals. Suzuki led All-Star balloting for the second straight year. This is a Mizuno Pro 33.5” / 30.5oz black ash bat. Uncracked with evidence of excellent use. Several ball marks, stitch impressions on the right barrel, including white leather scuffs. Cleat marks and slight checking. A light coat of pine tar on the mid to upper handle. Ichiro’s number (51) is stamped on the knob. Ichiro has largely signed the barrel, in silver marker, in our opinion rating a 9-10. Accompanied by a full PSA LOA, grading the bat GU 9.5. Accompanied by a full JSA LOA. Also accompanied by a letter from Ichiro’s Agent, Tony Attanasio.