Anyone read the article in the SI with Perry on the cover about Kaz Matsui? I was impressed with several things:
"...consecutive-games streak of 1,143 games...'Matsui plays hurt and doesn't know where the training table is,' says Ted Heid, director of Pacific Rim operations for the Mariners (the guy who's reports prompted the Mariners to sign Ichiro)."
Heid said "an extremly strong arm, outstanding range (comparable to Omar Vizquel), and as fast as a bullet train."..."Ichiro is the fastest player in the AL, says Matsui is even faster."
He sounds like a good guy, I would love to get him. He is well grounded, and can play baseball. He is a 'grinder' and would be a great pickup. Too bad we have no interest it seems.