Matsuzaka logs 1st MLB win in Red Sox 4-1 triumph over Royals

Matsuzaka logs 1st MLB win in Red Sox 4-1 triumph over Royals

KANSAS CITY, Missouri - Red Sox fans hold up ''Daisuke'' placards as Boston faced Kansas City at the Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on April 5, with the $103 million Japanese right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka as the starter in his major league debut game. Boston prevailed 4-1 and Matsuzaka chalked up the win, scattering six hits over seven solid innings and striking out 10 batters with one walk. (Kyodo)

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