CPBL: On Mother's Day, Suzuki Shunsuke shares deep reflections after coming to Taiwan

On Mother's Day, Fubon Guardians pitcher Suzuki Shunsuke took a moment to honor his mother, writing a message of thanks on his cap. This simple gesture, captured during the game, led to a heartfelt reflection on his personal growth. Suzuki admitted that he used to struggle with expressing his feelings, both to loved ones and in showing respect to others.

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Actually, I wasn't good at expressing my feelings before, whether it was to people around me or showing respect to others. It's been like that since high school. People always told me to learn to express myself, but I never really knew how.

He shared that he has come to deeply appreciate the people around him in Taiwan – the team staff, his teammates, the coaches, and of course, his supportive parents. Suzuki now understands that expressing gratitude fosters stronger connections and encourages mutual support. This realization has been a significant part of his journey.

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I deeply feel a profound gratitude towards the people of Taiwan, the team staff, my teammates, as well as the manager and coaches, and my parents who have always supported me. I also feel that when I learn to be grateful to various people, those around me will also be willing to help me.

This newfound sense of appreciation has also instilled in him a sense of mission: to become someone who can help others. Suzuki believes this mindset has been crucial in his ability to continue playing baseball and persevere through challenges this season. It's a powerful reminder that personal growth and gratitude can fuel both athletic and personal success.

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At the same time, I've developed a sense of mission, feeling that I must also become someone who can help others. It's precisely because of this mindset that I've been able to come this far this year and continue playing baseball.