In his fourth season , he won his first MVP award .
Born on June 12 , 1974 , Matsui was drafted as the number one pick by the Yomiuri Giants when he was 18 - years old .
In Matsui 's fourth season , Matsui won his first MVP award .
Born on June 12 , 1974 , Matsui was drafted as the number one pick by the Yomiuri Giants when he was 18 - years old .