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That being said, I think Ichiro's debut season made it clear he was more than ready to hit in mlb. How he would have been at 20, 21, 22 is anyone's guess. I personally think he'd be flirting with 4000. Truly an awesome career, I hope he hangs it up sooner than later. Watching a .230 Ichiro would be sad.
I agree.
Too many former good or great hitters hang on or are given that one last chance by a desperate club. Players don't retire with dignity like, Ted Williams did. anymore. The money may be a factor these days though.