I am not sold on this guy, .274 scares me deeply. How is he one of the smartest hitters then? For a million would I do it, yes, but not for much more. Alot of questions were said of Shingo when we signed him. Some are great and some are terrible, it is a game of risks. Something he could give us though, is a continued boost in the Japanese market. We would be among the top four or five teams with two of their beloved sons, as I am sure he is somewhat of a well known name.
I would take the chance, but not starting out of ST unless he earns it.