Hideki Matsui was named the 2009 World Series MVP.

Based upon his six-RBI performance in the deciding sixth game, Hideki Matsui was named the 2009 World Series MVP.

Many, including Matsui himself, were surprised that he won the award considering he played in only three games as the DH.

“It’s awesome, it’s just unbelievable,” Matsui told FOX after the game. “I’m surprised myself.”

How can someone who didn’t play every game win the award? He basically won it off of Pedro Martinez’s arm. Hideki may now be Pedro’s daddy considering he took Pedro deep in Game 2 and again on Wednesday.

In our view, Andy Pettitte with his two wins may have been a better choice. Heck, Derek Jeter and even Chase Utley were better options. Hideki’s performance on Wednesday was incredible, but one game does not make an MVP.

This once again demonstrates why the media itself should not determine MVP Award recipients.