The Seibu Lions confirmed Friday they have acquired former major league player Kazuo Matsui, who started his professional career with the Pacific League club.The 42-year-old outfielder, who was not offered a new contract by the Rakuten Eagles, will return to Seibu 15 seasons after leaving the club and will hold both playing and coaching duties in his 17th year in Nippon Professional Baseball."I felt strongly about continuing my playing career. I know the competition will be tough but I'll get more motivated playing against younger players," he said.A four-time Golden Glove winner, Matsui jo…READ FULL ARTICLE
