Ichiro Suzuki’s future is in question after the Miami Marlins declined his $2 million option for 2018.
The Marlins announced the move on Friday, less than two days after the World Series ended.
We've chosen not to pick up #Ichiro's club option for 2018, making him a free agent.
It’s been an honor watching you play. Thanks, #Ichiro! pic.twitter.com/dddhztwBB2
— Miami Marlins (@Marlins) November 3, 2017
The team claimed Chad Wallach off waivers after he was dropped by the Cincinnati Reds.
Ichiro just turned 44 and completed his third season with the Marlins. He batted .255 last season, a year after hitting .291 and showing he could still get it done.
The 17-year MLB vet has passed the biggest milestone as he’s up to 3,080 career hits. However, Ichiro always said he wanted to convert to a pitcher late in his career. Maybe now’s the time to make the move.
Fan Rag Sports’ Jon Heyman says Suzuki plans to play next season.
while marlins declined ichiro's $2M option he does intend to play next year. he's 44 — amazing.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) November 3, 2017
The question is whether a team will have interest in signing him.
