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Thoughts on Fukudome in WBC?

I've read a lot of posts and comments this season regarding Kosuke Fukudome's second half struggles. While some think it was a product of culture shock, others thought it was due to the longer season and extra travel that the Central Leauge in Japan lacks.

That being said, I'm curious to hear your thoughts on Kosuke participating in this year's WBC. Seeing as how his season is essentially going to start a month earlier because of this, are we to believe that his second half struggles this year will start sooner and be more pronounced?

I'm not at all surprised that the Cubs are allowing him to participate, but i'd be shocked if a contingency plan is not already in the back of Jim Hendry's mind. Thoughts?

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