During his time with the Toronto Blue Jays, utility infielder Munenori Kawasaki accumulated a cult following.

The 34-year-old's batting average was abysmal. He contributed little in terms of offence.

His highlights – from an on-field perspective, at least – were few and far between.

Still, we followed Moonie's every move, every interview before reports Thursday indicated he'll join the Chicago Cubs this season.

Kawasaki brought a certain energy that lifted the Rogers Centre crowd and his teammates. It was impossible to root against him.

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Looking back, we couldn't turn away – which is why we've compiled five of the most memorable Kawasaki interviews from his short stay.

THE INTERVIEW THAT STARTED IT ALL

-Sportsnet's Arash Madani will always remember the sound bite that introduced Moonie to the world. "I am Japaneeeeeeese!"

'I'M DRUNK' POST-GAME

-After winning the American League East, Sportsnet tracked down Kawasaki, who said it himself: "I'm drunk..."

'HE'S BIG, I'M SMALL'

-Kawasaki dubbed himself 'Lil Papi' after hugging Red Sox slugger David Ortiz. Somehow, Michael Jordan entered the conversation.

A LESSON IN BANANAS

-"Monkeys never cramp." I mean, it makes sense, right?

MOONIE THE REPORTER

-Kawasaki sneaks into scrum before asking a simple, but profound question.