SEIYA SUZUKI NEWS

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FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Seiya Suzuki commits to Team Japan After winning the first two World Baseball Classic tournaments ever held in 2006 and '09, Japan finished third in the previous two competiti...

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • MLB.COM

What we're hearing about the Cubs' offseason plans: Kodai Senga, Seiya Suzuki and shortstops The Chicago Cubs are still waiting for the first domino to fall in what could be a transformative offseason at Wrigley Field.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Why Cubs' Marcus Stroman, Seiya Suzuki are good examples of 'intelligent spending' “Intelligent spending” doesn’t have to mean discount shopping.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Evaluating Seiya Suzuki's first season with the Cubs Seiya Suzuki had his ups and downs in the 2022 season, which was expected in his first season in the United States.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores twice Sunday Suzuki went 2-for-4 with two runs scored in Sunday's victory over Cincinnati.

Impact The Cubs scored five runs in the first inning Sunday, and Suzuki's contribution was a walk and a run scored on a Franmil Reyes base hit. The rookie also came around to score on a Nico Hoerner sacrifice fly after reaching via a single to right field. In four games since returning from the injured list Sept. 29, Suzuki is 6-for-14 with a home run and three runs scored.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pops 14th home run Suzuki went 1-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Saturday's win over the Reds.

Impact Suzuki's 14th home run of the season in the seventh inning was the difference maker in a 2-1 Chicago victory. The Japanese rookie has had a solid debut with a .785 OPS, though he also missed about a month with a finger injury earlier in the year, so his counting stats could have been better with more playing time. Suzuki could be primed for a big 2023 campaign if he stays healthy and gets more settled in at the MLB level.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seiya Suzuki homers as Chicago Cubs top Cincinnati Reds 2-1

Seiya Suzuki hit a tiebreaking solo homer in the seventh inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 for their sixth straight win

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Suzuki plans to return as 'one of the best' in 2023 CHICAGO -- Seiya Suzuki returned from Japan earlier this week, following a trip home to attend the birth of his first child. The Cubs outfie...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • MLB.COM

Tallies triple in return Suzuki went 2-for-3 with a triple and two runs scored in Thursday's 2-0 win over the Phillies.

Impact Suzuki recorded a triple off lefty starter Ranger Suarez in his return from the restricted list. In the 18 games prior to his time out of the lineup, the outfielder enjoyed a .338 average and .538 slugging percentage over 65 at-bats.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Snags spot in Thursday's lineup Suzuki is in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies.

Impact Suzuki has not taken the field since being activated from the restricted list Tuesday, but he will be back in his customary spot in right field Thursday afternoon and will hit second in the Cubs' batting order.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of lineup Suzuki isn't starting Wednesday against the Phillies.

Impact Although Suzuki was reinstated from the restricted list Tuesday, he'll remain out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. Patrick Wisdom will take his place in right field and bat sixth Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back from paternity list Suzuki was reinstated from the restricted list but is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Phillies, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact He missed more than the usual time for paternity leave, but Suzuki is back for the first of a three-game home series against Philadelphia. Suzuki is hitting .304 with three home runs and one steal in 13 September games.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected back this weekend Suzuki (personal) isn't expected to be available for the Cubs' four-game series in Pittsburgh this weekend, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact The 28-year-old was placed on the paternity list Saturday and shifted to the restricted list as a procedural move Thursday. His wife has yet to give birth, so Suzuki will remain away from the team for a few more days. Michael Hermosillo should continue to see increased playing time while Suzuki is unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Mooney: The Cubs placed outfielder Seiya Suzuki on the... - The Athletic The Cubs placed outfielder Seiya Suzuki on the restricted list, which is essentially a procedural move to extend his paternity leave.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shifts to restricted list Suzuki (hand/wrist) was transferred from the paternity list to the restricted list Thursday, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Suzuki has been away from the team since Saturday following the birth of his child, and Thursday's move will give him a few additional days with his family since players are only allowed to spend 1-3 days on the paternity list. It's not yet clear when the 28-year-old will be back with the team or whether his hand/wrist issues will impact him upon his return.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on paternity list Suzuki (hand/wrist) was placed on the paternity list Saturday, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Suzuki dealt with a hand/wrist injury over the last several days but appeared off the bench Friday against Colorado. However, he'll now spend 1-3 days away from the team following the birth of his child. Esteban Quiroz's contract was selected from Triple-A Iowa as part of a move to provide additional depth in Suzuki's absence.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Friday's lineup Suzuki (wrist) isn't starting Friday against the Rockies.

Impact Suzuki was hit by a pitch on his left hand/wrist Wednesday against the Mets and underwent X-rays after the game that came back negative, per Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago. He'll be held out of the lineup for at least one game while Nelson Velazquez starts in right field and bats eighth.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

X-rays on tap Suzuki is undergoing X-rays on his left hand/wrist after he was hit by a pitch during Wednesday's win over the Mets, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Suzuki went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run before he was hit by a pitch in the top of the ninth inning. The 28-year-old remained in the game to run the bases and played the field in the bottom of the frame, but he's now heading for medical testing. The Cubs have a scheduled day off Thursday, and Suzuki should be considered day-to-day until his status is updated.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On base four times Sunday Suzuki went 3-for-3 with a solo home run and a double in Sunday's 5-2 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact The rookie reached base all four times Sunday, including a solo home run against Brandon Woodruff in the fourth inning and a double in the ninth against Taylor Rogers. With seven total bases on the day, Suzuki raised his slugging percentage to .422. The outfielder has found a groove at the dish, batting .348 over his last eight games as he ups his case for Rookie of the Year.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Handed rest day Suzuki is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Orioles.

Impact Nelson Velazquez will get the nod in right field while Suzuki takes a seat for the day game after a night game. Suzuki had started in each of the Cubs' last 11 contests, batting just .182 with one home run, five RBI and six additional runs during that stretch.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies three hits, home run Suzuki went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and two runs scored in Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Nationals. He was also caught stealing.

Impact The failed stolen base came at a bad time, as it was the second out in the bottom of the ninth inning, but Suzuki otherwise had a great night that included his ninth home run of the season. The rookie got off to a hot start this year with a .279/.405/.529 slash line in April, though he's slowed down since then. Suzuki should still see regular playing time for the rebuilding Cubs, and the Japanese outfielder has the talent to have a strong stretch run.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Day off Friday Suzuki isn't starting Friday against the Marlins.

Impact Suzuki is getting a breather after he hit just .107 with a double, two RBI, a run and a stolen base over the last seven games. Nelson Velazquez will take his place in right field and bat fifth.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches base five times Suzuki went 4-for-5 with a two-run homer, two runs scored and a walk in Friday's 15-2 win over the Phillies.

Impact Suzuki already had a solid day before he added a two-run shot in the ninth inning of Friday's blowout victory. In 14 games since returning from the injured list, the 27-year-old is slashing .400/.444/.600 with seven RBI and four extra-base hits. Suzuki is up to seven home runs with five steals, 25 runs scored and an .845 OPS through 217 plate appearances this season.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records three hits, steal in loss Suzuki went 3-for-5 with a stolen base in a 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Mets in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader.

Impact Suzuki also went 1-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts in the matinee. The 27-year-old outfielder has stolen two bases in his last five games, giving him five in seven attempts this season. He's batting .357 (15-for-42) in 12 contests since returning from a sprained left index finger. He's posted a .271/.353/.453 slash line with six home runs, 26 RBI and 23 runs scored in 207 plate appearances overall as the Cubs' primary right fielder.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE