Now that he's retired, I suppose former President George W. Bush can finally go and have some fun while he's over in Japan.

Accompanied by former Prime Minister Junichiro (The Lion) Koizumi, Bush threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 3 of the Japan Series match between the Yomiuri Giants and the Nippon Ham Fighters. He wasn't quite able to make it to the batter's box, but he did his best.

So does this mean Koizumi, or possibly even Abe, Aso or Fukuda will throw out the first pitch at this last Yankees vs. Phillies game? I'm hoping for a surprise visit, but for some reason, I don't think the American public much cares for former Prime Ministers.