Not much going on this week.. enjoy the photos Scott posted on Facebook this week.
Will this photo make Dee-licious jealous?
Also, for your enjoyment.. a nice article about Japanese mascots.
http://baseballreflections.com/2010/06/16/the-mascots-of-japanese-baseball/
noisenation.mlblogs.com 
Anyone have any idea if they plan to use him as a reliever or starter? Not that it matter, I’m just curious…
He is their “Guardian” (closer)
With his personality off the field and bulldog mentality on the field, he is sure to be a hit in Japan. 99 mph is rare in Japan
Good guy, always said hi to my kids, seemed to always have a smile on his face and was known as a great teammate.
Best of luck to him!
Bob Elliott, sportswriter from the Toronto Sun newspaper tweeted this when Mathieson signed:
“RP Scott Mathieson leaves Philadelphia Phillies, will close for Yomouri [sic] Giants (roughly $2M, plus bonus)”
Dekker and Decal, thanks for your replies. I think he’ll do well, also. He was cool to my kids, too–one of their faves–they are sad to see him go but we all understand the opportunity (as well as the business-side).