Former Yankees teammate Gary Sheffield said Matsui, 36, is a consummate professional and would be a valuable addition for any team, particularly one with young players who could learn from him.
"He was the best," Sheffield said. "I know his work ethic, and he's not slowing down at all. He's got a year of being a DH under his belt, so he'll be better at that role. And Matsui will always make the guy hitting in front of him better, and the guy hitting behind him."