The Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout has made quite a name for himself since making his MLB debut. Trout’s performances on the field have made him one of the most loved MLB players among fans, which includes many baseball players. One such name is Seiya Suzuki, who is currently playing for the Chicago Cubs.
Suzuki is not only a big fan but also considers Trout his idol. The two fielders recently met on the sidelines of their latest game. Given that it was a meeting between two skilled baseball players, the baseball community was awestricken, reacting to the news on Twitter.
Seiya Suzuki fulfills his dream of meeting his idol!
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In the latest baseball game, the Cubs met the Angeles. During this game, Suzuki had the privilege of meeting his idol Trout. MLB shared the video of the meeting between the two. The caption read, “@Suzuki_Seiya_sb got to meet his baseball idol, @MikeTrout !”
.@Suzuki_Seiya_sb got to meet his baseball idol, @MikeTrout! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/9BGaBqDbIO
— MLB (@MLB) June 9, 2023
Notably, the Japanese star did a lot of preparation for this meeting. They described it, ” This was 2 spring training ago, Saya and his introductory press conference saying he stayed up all night learning, how to say I love Mike Trout in English, the two finally getting an official chance to meet today.”
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Suzuki is on a five-year contract with the Cubs worth $85 million. Interestingly, the outfielder has also adorned the same playing style as Trout. The presenter, focusing on the same, shared, “Well, over a year and a half in the making, that is Mike Trout and Seiya Suzuki officially getting a chance to meet one another. Of course, we know Saya famously. Where’s the #27? Because of his adoration of Mike Trout.”
.@suzuki_seiya_sb 🤝 @MikeTrout@Taylor_McGregor on Seiya's first meeting with Trout. pic.twitter.com/4fmqgbnIIA
— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) June 9, 2023
Adding more to the occasion, Mike Trout said that he would give Suzuki an autographed bat to take home.
Notably, the meeting between the two gentlemen left fans in awe.
Baseball fans appreciate the gesture from Mike Trout!
The latest has added another chapter to Trout’s liking amongst baseball fans. Reacting to his gesture shown for Suzuki, they have called him a gentleman. Here are a few reactions on the same.
I will never forget “Mike Trout, I love you” https://t.co/wb5VPeufVQ
— Jennifer Haddo (@GreenBay6742) June 9, 2023
Mr. Trout is a gentleman
— Ricardo Montenegro (@Ricardo23568324) June 9, 2023
I love when baseball players who are coming up meet their idols this is awesome!!!! https://t.co/Kc9juE8nwi
— Reema (@buddiesquad87) June 9, 2023
Can he come to the Cubs with Ohtani? 😐 https://t.co/eNKSAbcRta
— Bill Hellyer (@FigNewton44) June 9, 2023
My little guys baseball idol is @MikeTrout as well. He’s hoping to see him when the @Angels come to Detroit next month!
— Chris (@chrisp981) June 9, 2023
Fans have loved the meeting between the two players. Even though Suzuki plays for a different team, Angels fans have praised the player too. Many have even asked him to join the Los Angeles-based team. Will he do it in the future? Only time will tell!
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