So Matsui is an excellent hitter with a decent sense of humor.

The 37-year-old Sheffield has been an excellent hitter for the Yankees the last two years.

An excellent hitter, he batted .300 or better in eight full seasons, and retired with a career average of .303.

Marquis is an excellent hitter for his position.

He immediately established himself as an excellent hitter who was also proficient in throwing out would-be base-stealers.

Technically, Stanton is an excellent hitter for a pitcher (career average: .421), but that was beside the point.

"When he generates bat speed and extends his swing, he's an excellent hitter."

He was an excellent hitter for a pitcher.

"Robinson Cano has really turned into an excellent hitter for us in the No. 2 hole."

Forster was also an excellent hitter, something usually not associated with relief pitchers.