Some words of caution from Hideki Matsui's father: His son will adjust to the big leagues, but it may take a little time.

"Last season, he only hit about 10 or 12 homers by the end of June," Masao Matsui said. "Then he went on a tear in July and August. He likes the hot weather."
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