[cwesley]

Ah, I see, that is a good argument. It just seems so contradictory to have signed Johjima's extension like that and then move him around. The Mariner's organization at the beginning of the season was so incredibly messed up -- lack of communication between the front office, Bavasi, and the dugout, and totally not being on the same front page.

I really hope Joh can find a spot somewhere with the M's and continue playing and contributing. If he's relegated to backup or never really fits in again or finds a groove, I think he'd be better served coming back to Fukuoka and playing out the rest of his career with the Softbank Hawks.