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Matsui becomes 1st Japanese-born World Series MVP – Delco Times
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2009 Hideki Matsui New York Yankees World Series MVP Japan Postcard Photo Pack
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A Japanese Thread in the Bronx - The New York Times
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NYY@TB: Matsui gets first hit of 2004 season in Japan
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Careers of Suzuki and Matsui Are Further Intertwined - The New York Times
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Hideki Matsui, Special Advisor to the General Manager of the New York Yankees, throws during the opening pitch ceremony for an exhibition game between Japan's national team and MLB all stars of
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Ex-Yankee Matsui retires after 20-year career
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Matsui and the league that Ruth built
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Hideki Matsui, Star in Japan and With Yankees, Retires - The New York Times
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Yankees, Rays begin trip to Japan