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    His four-year contract worth US$52 million expired with the season and Yankee general manager Brian Cashman, who praised Matsui, has made no promise for an offer for 2010. "He has been a remarkable player ... When he came over from Japan, he ended with a championship. I'm glad he has got one with us too now." Matsui wants to stay with the Yankees, saying, "I hope it works out in the end. Full Article at Taiwan News
    He has been a remarkable player ... When he came over from Japan, he ended with a championship. I'm glad he has got one with us too now.
    Brian Cashman – Brian Cashman SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago
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Matsui's heroics join Asian golden age of U.S. sport
  1. I hope it works out in the end. I love New York.
    SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago
  2. He looked like he wanted it bad, didn't he?
    SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago
  3. What a great job Matsui did for us ... He has been coming up clutch for us in situations all year long. He deserved that MVP trophy. There's no doubt about it.
    Nick Swisher – Nick Swisher SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago
  4. This is what I came over here for ... Winning the championship means everything to me.
    Hideki Matsui – Hideki Matsui SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago
  5. Matsui is one of my favorite teammates. He comes ready to play every day. He's a professional.
    SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago
  6. He has been great for us in the clutch all year
    Joe Girardi – Joe Girardi SOURCE: Taiwan News 2 weeks ago

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