Suzuki returns to Seattle as member of 3,000-hit club (Yahoo Sports)

Ichiro Suzuki received a rousing ovation Monday for his first at-bat in Safeco Field as a member of the 3,000-hit club. The Japanese star spent his first 11 1/2 American seasons with Seattle, getting 2,533 hits before heading to the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins. With the Mariners leading 3-0, Suzuki grounded out to second to end the third inning.