33 Quotes by Hideki Matsui

I know that it would be ideal to play for both club and country and I understand that Sadaharu Oh and the fans were hoping I would do that.

I'm satisfied with my decision and have been able to get my preparation here. I have no regrets.

I'm very happy to be able to come back, wear the pinstripes again and play in that uniform.

If popularity goes down, then it goes down. It can't be helped. It's beyond my control.

He's telling me to just relax, ... and swing the bat your own way.

He's my senior and I respect him. Knowing that and having to make that decision, it was very difficult.

I love New York. I love the Yankees. I love the fans here.

My first and foremost goal when I joined the Yankees was to win the world championship. Certainly, it's been a long road and very difficult journey. But I'm just happy that after all these years we were able to win and reach the goal that I had come here for.

What I try to do is don't have any ups and downs. I emphasize taking the same approach.