Matsui Homers to Give Yanks a Lead
novafantasysports.com 10/30/2009 — Update: Hideki Matsui hit a solo home run in the 6th inning of Game 2, to give the Yankees a 2-1 lead, their first lead of the series. The Yankees added another in the 7th, and held on to beat the Phillies 3-1. Matsui finished 2-3 with a solo homer and a walk. The Yankee win ...
The answer: Burnett helps Yankees even series
lennysyankees.com 10/30/2009 — Going down 2-0 in a series would have been a very tough hole to crawl out of. A.J. Burnett avoided that disaster by pitching the Yankees to a 3-1 victory. Mark Teixeira and Hideki Matsui provided the offense with a pair of solo blasts. Quick ‘Cap: The Phillies took the early lead once ...
Wrapping up a game that went right
yankees.lhblogs.com 10/30/2009 — Hideki Matsui said his 2003 ALCS double off Pedro Martinez never crossed his mind when he hit his go-ahead home run tonight at Yankee Stadium. At the time, he was down in the count, 1-2, and needed to do something to simply keep the inning alive. He ...
3 Yankees, 1 Phillies
duelingcouches.blogspot.com 10/30/2009 — Both AJ Burnett and Pedro Martinez surpassed my expectations for last night, unfortunately Burnett and the Yanks came out the victors. Mark Teixeira and Hideki Matsui hit solo homers off Pedro Martinez who went 6 innings, 3 er and 8 ks, which isn't shabby for a guy who was fighting chickens ...
Kernan: Matsui Must Remain In Lineup
slidingintohome.blogspot.com 10/30/2009 — From Kevin Kernan : Hideki Matsui showed just how important he is to the Yankees last night. His sixth inning home run off Pedro Martinez after Mark Teixeira and Alex Rodriguez had struck out proved to be the go-ahead run in the 3-1 victory over the Phillies at Yankees Stadium to tie the World ...
Burnett to Mo and the Yankees are level
yankees.lhblogs.com 30 days ago — A terrific night from A.J. Burnett and another big hit by Hideki Matsui off Pedro Martinez gives the Yankees a 3-1 win and a split of the two games against the Phillies in New York. Back with more from the clubhouse soon.
Some Saturday Reading
fackyouk.blogspot.com 30 days ago — The Yankee Universe reviews A-Rod's World Series at bats one by one . Joe P from RAB breaks down how the Yankees might use the double switch while in Philly. If Hideki Matsui makes a start in the outfield at Citizen's Bank Park, I may lose my mind. Great story from Bob Klapisch: "I’m ...
How would the Yankees use the double switch?
riveraveblues.com 30 days ago — For the first time since June, the Yankees will be without the benefit of the designated hitter, a big part of their offense. That role has been Hideki Matsui ’s this year, and he performed admirably, posting a .274/.367/.509 line across 526 ...
Hideki Matsui Should Not Play the Outfield in the World Series
mvn.com 30 days ago — Hideki Matsui has absolutely crushed the ball all season long for the Yankees. He has continued to do that in the postseason. So far, he has produced a line of .278/.422/.472 with 2 home runs and six runs batted in. He also put together a regular season that exceeded all expectations.
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Discussion: Hideki Matsui
mlbtraderumors.com 29 days ago — Despite belting a crucial home run in Game 2 of the World Series, Hideki Matsui will not start tonight in Philadelphia. The 35-year-old DH's knee issues have been much-discussed this season, as he has yet to play a single inning in the field. ...
Getting Younger
baseballmusings.com 27 days ago — Rob Neyer argues that the Yankees will cut ties with Hideki Matsui in an effort to get younger :
Well, yes … but there’s something else, too, that Kepner touches on just tangentially: the Yankees are old. Now it seems that their ...
Game 6 Lineups
slidingintohome.blogspot.com 26 days ago — YANKEES: Derek Jeter SS, Johnny Damon LF, Mark Teixeira 1B, Alex Rodriguez 3B, Hideki Matsui DH, Jorge Posada C, Robinson Cano 2B, Nick Swisher RF, Brett Gardner CF PHILLIES: Jimmy Rollins SS, Shane Victorino CF, Chase Utley 2B, Ryan Howard 1B, Jayson Werth RF, Raul Ibanez DH, Pedro Feliz 3B, ...
World Series Game 6 Notes and Pitching Matchups
feedproxy.google.com 26 days ago — Yankees lineup:
1. Derek Jeter SS
2. Johnny Damon LF
3. Mark Teixeira 1B
4. Alex Rodriguez 3B
5. Hideki Matsui DH
6. Jorge Posada C
7. Robinson Cano 2B
8. Nick Swisher RF
9. Brett Gardner CF
P. Andy Pettitte
Some notes:
Despite Jerry Hairston, Jr's good numbers vs. ...
Matzilla Destroys Pedro and the Phils in the Clincher
ltsports.net 26 days ago — Following the Yankees destruction of the Phillies in Game 6, the Yanks are World Series Champions! The Yankees were led in this game by long time veteran Hideki ”Godzilla” Matsui. Matsui beat up on Pedro Martinez and the rest of the Phillies pitching for a total of 6 RBIs. Included ...
Sadly, no baseball will be played tomorrow.
the700level.com 26 days ago — With their backs against the wall, needing a victory to keep their season alive, the reigning WFC failed to capitalize with men on base and as a result the New York Yankees are world champions. Pedro Martinez seemingly never had a chance against this potent Yankees line up, Hideki Matsui ...
CHAMPS!
slidingintohome.blogspot.com 26 days ago — With tonight's 7-3 victory over the Phillies the Yankees have finally captured their 27th World Series championship. It's been nine long years, but finally the Yanks are back on top of the baseball world. Hideki Matsui had a huge game with a single, a double, a homer, and six RBI, and Andy ...
Hideki Matsui World Series MVP!
lennysyankees.com 26 days ago — Hats off to this man. GODZILLA! What a guy. Congratulations to Hideki Matsui and all of his fans in Japan. He was an excellent addition to the Yankees for the past six seasons, and I’m glad he’s finally got a ring to show for it. With, or without him next year, I wish Matsui all the best.
Will Hideki Matsui Be A Met Next Year?
metsfansforever.com 26 days ago — Author: Greg Pomes Thankfully the World Series is finally over, meaning that the 2009
baseball season is over and the Hot Stove season is upon us now.
There is going to be a lot of pressure on the Mets now to improve
the team and not just for the way the 2009 season ...
Matsui Gives Yanks Parting Gift
nybaseballdigest.com 26 days ago — In all likelihood Hideki Matsui played his final game in pinstripes last night. His first Yankee Stadium performance was in 2003 when he hit a grand slam in a victory over the Minnesota Twins. His potential finale was a three hit/6 RBI performance that will go down in Yankees lore. The 2009 MVP ...
Wake N’ Blog For November 5th: Space Hotel? Count Me In! How Much? Oh.
sportressofblogitude.com 25 days ago — • World Series. New York Yankees 7, Philadelphia Phillies 3. Hideki Matsui tied a World Series record with six RBI, including a two-run homer and a two-run single in his first two at-bats and the Yankees never looked back. The Yankees won their 27th title, Matsui became the first-ever Japanese ...
Matsui Managed MVP Even as a DH —
Larry Brown Sports
I’m not so sure Hideki Matsui got the kind of love he deserved for his incredible Game 6 performance and otherwise outstanding World Series against the Phillies. Most of the focus on the FOX postgame show seemed to be about the Yankees quartet of Jeter, Pettitte, Posada, and Rivera ...
The Stat Line of the Night – 11/04/09 – Hideki Matsui —
Total Pro Sports
Hideki Matsui owned the Phillies and Pedro Martinez and his amazing game 6 production helped the Yankees become the new World Champs — the 27th championship of their storied history.
Matsui started the scoring in the bottom of the 2nd, hitting a 2-run homer after an A-Rod walk. The ...
Photos Of Hideki Matsui’s ‘Wife’ Posted: Is It Her? —
SPORTSbyBROOKS
With Hideki Matsui your World Series MVP, the mad search is one for photos of Matsui’s wife.
Why so? The unintentionally amusing depiction of her he presented to reporters after his marriage in 2008. I was sent a couple photos last night that may well be her. Scary part: The ...
What a Way to Go —
Bugs & Cranks
In what may have been the final game of Hideki Matsui’s New York Yankees career, Matsui delivered a two-run homer, two-run single and two-run double to help the Bombers claim a 27th World Series championship.
Matsui hadn’t played in the Fall Classic since his first major league ...
Trio With Uncertain Future Make Yankees' Present Awfully Sweet —
FanHouse
by Ed Price
NEW YORK -- None of them were on the field Wednesday when Robinson Cano threw out Shane Victorino to clinch the Yankees ' World Series championship.
And no one should be surprised if neither Hideki Matsui , Andy Pettitte nor Johnny Damon are on the field in Tampa, Fla., next ...
Hideki Matsui Named World Series MVP —
FanHouse
by Andrew Johnson Hideki Matsui was named the Most Valuable Player in the 2009 World Series after a record-setting performance in the decisive Game 6. Matsui drove in six of the Yankees ' seven runs in their World Series-clinching victory, staking New York to an early lead with a two-run ...
Hideki Matsui Named World Series MVP —
FanHouse
by Andrew Johnson Hideki Matsui was named the Most Valuable Player in the 2009 World Series after a record-setting performance in the decisive Game 6. Matsui drove in six of the Yankees ' seven runs in their World Series-clinching victory, staking New York to an early lead with a two-run ...
Hideki Matsui World Series MVP —
Empire Sports Now
Hideki Matsui’s six RBI night in game six of the World Series earned him MVP honors. Not only is he the first full-time DH to win the award, he is the first Japanese born player to with the award. Here is what Matsui did this series:
He started the three games held at Yankee ...
Yankees Capture 27th World Series Title —
FanHouse
by FanHouse Newswire NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York Yankees have won the World Series, beating the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 in Game 6 behind Hideki Matsui 's record-tying six RBI. Andy Pettitte won the clincher Wednesday night, pitching the Yankees to their elusive 27th ...
Mighty Matsui powers Yankees to early lead in Game 6 —
Big League Stew
NEW YORK — Hideki Matsui (notes) sure picked a good time to have his finest game as a Yankee. With free agency (and a possible departure from New York) looming in the offseason, Matsui went 3-for-3 with a homer, a double and six RBIs in his first three at-bats during Wednesday's Game ...
Future uncertain for Matsui, Pettitte —
Major League Baseball News
Hideki Matsui and Andy Pettitte played convincing and decisive roles in the Yankees' 27th World Series title. Both contributed perhaps more than the Yankees and their fans could have imagined. And both now have no real concept what the future holds.
Matsui makes it hard for Yanks to release him —
NY Post: Sports
I'VE maintained for a while that the Yankees should get younger and let Hideki Matsui depart this winter, but how do you do that now?
This wasn't Reggie Jackson hitting three home runs in one game, but what we saw last night by Matsui (six RBIs i...
Matsui makes it hard for Yankees to let him go —
NY Post: Sports
I'VE maintained for a while that the Yankees should get younger and let Hideki Matsui depart this winter, but how do you do that now?
This wasn't Reggie Jackson hitting three home runs in one game, but what we saw last night by Matsui (six RBIs i...
Manuel decision aw-Phil —
NY Post: Sports
It was not quite Grady Little, but it was close.
Phillies manager Charlie Manuel left Pedro Martinez in Game 6 last night to face Hideki Matsui in the third inning despite the fact that Matsui had already homered off Martinez. And despite the fa...
Manuel's decision to stick with Pedro aw-Phil —
NY Post: Sports
It was not quite Grady Little, but it was close.
Phillies manager Charlie Manuel left Pedro Martinez in Game 6 last night to face Hideki Matsui in the third inning despite the fact that Matsui had already homered off Martinez. And despite the fa...
Japan followed Matsui heroics —
NY Post: Sports
If New York toasted Hideki Matsui all night and morning after the Yankees' 7-3 World Series-clinching victory in Game 6 last night in The Bronx, imagine the reaction in Japan, which has 20 Japanese media affiliates regularly covering the Bombers and ...
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