Daisuke Matsuzaka is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently a starting pitcher for the Boston Red Sox.

Matsuzaka was placed on the 15-day disabled list by the Red Sox on April 15, 2009, with a shoulder strain.ESPN.com: Matsuzaka Goes on DL

Daisuke Matsuzaka was born in Tokyo, Japan, on September 13, 1980. In 2006, Matsuzaka earned the Most Valuable Player award in the World Baseball Classic. He won the award by leading Japan to the event's first ever championship.MLB.com: Japan's Matsuzaka a deserving MVP The Red Sox paid $51.11 million just to negotiate with the Japanese pitcher for a chance to sign with the team. He was eventually signed as a free agent by the Boston Red Sox for $103.11 million for six years.ESPN.com: Matsuzaka, Red Sox reach agreement on six-year deal

In his first season with the Red Sox, Matsuzaka appeared in 32 games and compiled a record of 15 wins and 12 losses. He also recorded an earned run average of 4.40.MLB.com: Daisuke Matsuzaka

• September 13, 1980: Born
• 2006: Earned MVP in World Baseball Classic
• 2007: Signed by Boston Red Sox