Ichiro claims ninth straight Gold Glove

Ichiro Suzuki

Ichiro Suzuki

Seattle Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki and the Angels’ Torii Hunter both won their ninth straight Rawlings Gold Glove Awards, which were announced Tuesday.

Derek Jeter has won his fourth Gold Glove at shortstop, joining New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira among the American League players honored for fielding excellence.

First-time winners included Rays third baseman Evan Longoria, Baltimore outfielder Adam Jones and White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle.  Minnesota catcher Joe Mauer and Detroit second baseman Placido Polanco each earned their second Gold Glove Award.

National League winners will be announced Wednesday. (AP)

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