Matsui was recalled by the Rockies from Triple-A Colorado Springs on Tuesday. The second baseman has not appeared in a game for the Rockies since being acquired by then in a trade with the New York Mets on June 9.
(Updated 8/22/2006)

Analysis: Matsui struggled this season in New York, hitting .200 with one homer and seven RBIs in 38 games for the Mets.