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Daisuke Matsuzaka, SP, Boston Red SoxHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsRed Sox | Dice-K to play catch Friday Ben Collins, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) will begin playing catch from 60 feet Friday, July 3. Red Sox | Dice-K to begin rehab assignment Monday MLB.com's Ian Browne posted on his Twitter page that Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) will head to Single-A Fort Meyers Monday, July 6, to begin strengthening his arm. No timetable has been set for his return. Red Sox | Dice-K not guaranteed rotation spot upon return Steve Buckley, of the Boston Herald, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) is not guaranteed a spot in the rotation when he returns from the disabled list. Red Sox | No timetable for Dice-K's return Alex Speier, of WEEI.com, reports Boston Red Sox pitching coach John Farrell said on the Dale & Holley Show that there is no timetable for SP Daisuke Matsuzaka's (shoulder) return to the rotation. Farrell said Matsuzaka is mainly trying to rebuild strength in his shoulder. Red Sox | Matsuzaka expected to report to Fort Myers for rehab Updating previous reports, Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) is expected to report to the team's spring training facility in Fort Myers, Fla., when the team goes on their next road trip, according to John Barone of MLB.com. Manager Terry Francona stressed that the rehabilitation process will be deliberate. "This is not going to be a two-week DL," he said. "We're going to have to figure this out. We have a lot of work ahead of us trying to get him back to being Daisuke. He was already with (pitching coach) John Farrell this morning looking over video, which is good. We'll try to do what's in his best interest, and to be honest, I think we're still trying to figure that out." Red Sox | Francona feels Dice-K's struggles stem from WBC Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona believes SP Daisuke Matsuzaka's (shoulder) struggles this season are primarily the result of pitching in the World Baseball Classic, according to John Barone of MLB.com. Francona claimed that being away from the team in spring training resulted in reduced velocity because his arm wasn't properly strengthened. Red Sox | Matsuzaka placed on 15-day disabled list Updating previous reports, the Boston Red Sox have placed SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) on the 15-day disabled list due to shoulder weakness, according to USAToday.com. Red Sox | Matsuzaka to have turn in rotation skipped The Associated Press reports the Boston Red Sox will skip SP Daisuke Matsuzaka's next turn in the rotation, according to manager Terry Francona. Matsuzaka will undergo a medical exam to see if anything is wrong with him physically. Red Sox | Dice-K unimpressive once again The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (1-5) failed to reach the sixth inning for the sixth time in his last eight starts against the Atlanta Braves Friday, June 19. Red Sox | Dice-K could be moved out of rotation John Tomase, of the Boston Herald, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka could be placed on the disabled list or moved to the bullpen this week to make room for SP John Smoltz (shoulder). If Matsuzaka is moved to the bullpen, RP Daniel Bard would likely be optioned to the minors. Red Sox | Matsuzaka gets first win The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka allowed a run on six hits, three walks and struck out six in five innings to get his first win of the season Tuesday, June 2. Red Sox | Dice-K wild in loss The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (0-3) threw four wild pitches in a loss to the Minnesota Twins Wednesday, May 27. He gave up three runs and nine hits while striking out six in five innings. Red Sox | Dice-K activated CBSSports.com reports the Boston Red Sox activated SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) from the 15-day disabled list Friday, May 22. Red Sox | Dice-K slated for Friday start Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) is slated to start against the New York Mets Friday, May 22. Red Sox | Matsuzaka expected to rejoin team Adam Kilgore, of the Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona said he expects SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) to make his next start for the Red Sox after making three rehab starts. It is not known when Matsuzaka will start next. Red Sox | Matsuzaka strikes out nine in rehab start Friday Updating previous reports, Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) allowed two unearned runs on three hits over five innings in a rehab start for Triple-A Pawtucket Friday, May 15, with nine strikeouts, according to The Associated Press. Red Sox | Dice-K to make rehab start Friday Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) will make another rehab start Friday, May 15, and he could be back in the rotation by the middle of next week. Red Sox | Matsuzaka throws four rehab innings The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) threw four scoreless innings at Triple-A Pawtucket Sunday, May 10. Red Sox | Dice-K's velocity back Tuesday Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka's (shoulder) velocity was back up in his rehab start with Triple-A Pawtucket Tuesday, May 5. He will likely need three more rehab starts before returning to the team. His next start with come Sunday, May 10. Matsuzaka was reaching 92 mph during his start Tuesday. "I physically felt ready to get after it today," Matsuzaka said. "But I don't think I went all the way. I held back a little bit. What that says to me is that physically, I'm back to normal." Red Sox | Dice-K has successful rehab outing Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) threw 2 2/3 scoreless innings with Triple-A Pawtucket Tuesday, May 5. He gave up two hits, walked two and struck out five in the game. Red Sox | Dice-K to throw in minors Tuesday The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) will make his first minor league rehab start Tuesday, May 5. He could pitch three innings or throw roughly 45 pitches. He will also throw a 45-pitch bullpen session Saturday, May 2. Red Sox | Dice-K throws bullpen Wednesday Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) threw 47 pitches during a bullpen session Wednesday, April 29, after throwing long toss from roughly 200 feet. He may need more than just one rehab outing before returning to the team. Red Sox | Dice-K tests shoulder Tuesday Stephen Ellsesser, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) threw from 110 feet Tuesday, April 28, and will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, April 29. He is scheduled to throw another bullpen Saturday, May 2, and will go on a rehab assignment after that. Red Sox | Dice-K throws Monday Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) threw long toss from 120 feet for around half an hour Monday, April 27. Manager Terry Francona said Matsuzaka will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, April 29, and he could be ready to go on a rehab assignment that ends May 5. Red Sox | Matsuzaka to throw off mound during road trip Updating previous reports, the Boston Red Sox have not yet shaped a definitive timetable for SP Daisuke Matsuzaka's (arm) return, but he is expected to throw off the mound several times on the team's road trip to Cleveland, Tampa Bay and New York, according to Adam Kilgore of The Boston Globe. Red Sox | Dice-K plays catch Wednesday Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm) played catch in the outfield Wednesday, April 22, making 30 throws at a distance of around 60 feet. He may begin long tossing by the weekend, but the team is unsure when he will resume throwing off a mound. Matsuzaka will take Thursday, April 23, off and throw again Friday, April 24. Red Sox | Dice-K to play catch Tuesday The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm) will resume playing catch Tuesday, April 21. Red Sox | Dice-K to rest several days The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (shoulder) will rest several days before beginning a strengthening program. Red Sox | Dice-K to be examined Friday Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm) will be examined by the team's medical staff Friday, April 17. Red Sox | Masterson to start Monday Updating a previous report, Sean McAdam, of the Boston Herald, reports Boston Red Sox SP Justin Masterson will make the start Monday, April 20, against the Baltimore Orioles as he fills in for SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm). Red Sox | Dice-K placed on DL Chad Finn, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox placed SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm) on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, April 15, with arm fatigue. Red Sox | Masterson could start Monday Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Justin Masterson could receive the start against the Baltimore Orioles Monday, April 20, if SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm) is unable to pitch. Red Sox | Matsuzaka leaves with arm fatigue The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka (arm) left his start Tuesday, April 14, with what the team called arm fatigue. He allowed five runs on five hits. Red Sox | Dice-K has winning record against Oakland MLB.com reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka is 2-1 with a 2.55 ERA in four career starts against the Oakland Athletics. Red Sox | Dice-K the losing pitcher Thursday The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka gave up three home runs and four runs while walking three in 5 1/3 innings against the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday, April 9. Rays | Iwamura hits Dice-K well Rays.MLB.com's Bill Chastain reports Tampa Bay Rays 2B Akinori Iwamura is hitting .375 in 24 at-bats in his career against Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka. Rays | Pena hits Dice-K well Rays.MLB.com's Bill Chastain reports Tampa Bay Rays 1B Carlos Pena is hitting .313 with a homer and four RBIs in 16 at-bats in his career against Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka. Red Sox | Matsuzaka OK against TB RedSox.MLB.com's Ian Browne reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka is 2-3 with a 3.75 ERA in eight career starts against the Tampa Bay Rays. Red Sox | First four starters announced The Boston Red Sox have finalized the first four spots in their starting rotation, according to Adam Kilgore of The Boston Globe. The team will open the season with a top four of Josh Beckett, Jon Lester, Daisuke Matsuzaka and Tim Wakefield. Red Sox | Dice-K hoping to improve this year Daniel Barbarisi, of The Providence Journal, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka said he is intent on making a better effort toward attacking hitters and putting fewer men on base this season. Matsuzaka threw a side session Friday, March 27, and was very erratic, missing the strike zone frequently and bouncing a few balls in the dirt. Red Sox | Dice-K pushed to Thursday for side session only According to The Boston Herald, Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka will throw a side session Thursday, March 26, in anticipation of his next start. He'll be limited to about five innings Monday, March 30, against the Atlanta Braves. Red Sox | Dice-K to return Wednesday The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka will return to camp Wednesday, March 25, after playing for Japan in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Red Sox | Dice-K wins WBC MVP Rhett Bollinger, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka was named the Most Valuable Player for Team Japan in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. He went 3-0 with a 2.45 ERA in the tournament. Red Sox | Dice-K to start Sunday Barry M. Bloom, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka will start for Team Japan in the 2009 World Baseball Classic semifinals Sunday, March 22. Red Sox | Dice-K to be stretched in next outing Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka threw 86 pitches in his start Sunday, March 15, and will throw up to 105 pitches in his next start for Japan in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Manager Terry Francona admitted that he is nervous about his players suffering injuries in the Classic. "Dice-K pitched a great game yesterday," Francona said. "But he also threw six innings. We've had [Josh] Beckett here for a month, and he's up to four. It just makes you nervous. That's all. Not being critical of anybody. It just makes you nervous." Red Sox | Matsuzaka shuts down Cuba Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka held previously undefeated Cuba to five singles in six innings, leading Japan to a 6-0 win in the second round of the World Baseball Classic Sunday, March 15. Red Sox | Dice-K to start against Korea in WBC Wayne Graczyk, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka will start for Japan in the 2009 World Baseball Classic Saturday, March 7, against Team Korea. Red Sox | Dice-K struggles against Australia The Boston Herald reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka went 1 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on five hits with 38 pitches thrown, in an exhibition game Feb. 25 against Australia. He struck out three. Red Sox | Dice-K throws Tuesday Ian Browne, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SP Daisuke Matsuzaka threw in an exhibition game Tuesday, Feb. 24, against Team Australia. He gave up five hits and two runs in 1 2/3 innings, while throwing 38 pitches. Red Sox | Dice-K being monitored by team According to The Boston Herald, the Boston Red Sox are keeping tabs on SP Daisuke Matsuzaka, who is working out in Japan in advance of the World Baseball Classic, which begins March 5. Matsuzaka recently threw a simulated game. "We pretty much get an update every day," manager Terry Francona said. "We've had contact with him, talked to him on the phone the other day. I think everything's going very well. There's some dialogue every day, they send a report on what he did so we're up to date." | Feature LinksFantasy Football Draft Guide FREE Fantasy Baseball
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