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Question on Kaz Matsui
I have a simple question:

I know Kaz Matsui is looked at as a leadoff hitter here in the U.S. But did Kaz Matsui lead off this past season in Japan? If not, where did he hit?

Thanks.
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Re: Question on Kaz Matsui
[ Author: Guest: Jim Albright | Posted: Dec 9, 2003 11:40 AM ]

My understanding is he hit 3rd.

Jim Albright
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Re: Question on Kaz Matsui
[ Author: Basebill | Posted: Dec 10, 2003 8:14 AM | TYS Fan ]

According to the Kami-J site, Matsui Kazuo batted lead-off 128 times, 3rd 12 times. [Link]
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Re: Question on Kaz Matsui
[ Author: Guest: Frank | Posted: Dec 13, 2003 10:32 AM ]

Ichiro has said Kazuo Matsui is faster than him, so I wouldn't doubt that Art Howe would let him lead-off next year. And below is the possible 2004 opening day line-up for the Amazing Mets. Although Sanders/Cameron hasn't signed with them as expected:
    Kazuo Matsui, SS
    Jose Reyes, 2B
    Mike Piazza, C
    Cliff Floyd, LF
    Reggie Sanders, RF
    Mike Cameron, CF
    Jason Phillips, 1B
    Ty Wigginton, 3B
    Tom Glavine, P
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