"The biggest thing I said was, 'Dive into everybody.' Get to know them. Ask questions. That's the quickest way, especially when it gets real on the field. We're down, tough situation. We have to have each other's backs. Just try to bond as much as you can. Have fun."
"The room has a presence. That's what I felt when I stood up there. We could talk about our players but look at our coaching staff. We have All-Star, Silver Sluggers, World Series champs. Some of the best players to play the game in one room, so to get a chance to address them and talk with them is such an honor."
"Dinner was supposed to be done at 9:30. We stayed until 11:45 telling stories. We've only been together for a few days. Baseball is the biggest, smallest world."
Team USA assembled their star-studded World Baseball Classic roster at Phoenix's Papago Sports Complex four days before their opener against Brazil. Captain Aaron Judge addressed teammates, urging them to bond quickly and support each other during challenging moments. The team included All-Stars, Silver Sluggers, and World Series champions. Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps spoke to the team about the importance of winning, delivering a message that second place would not suffice. Players and coaching staff extended their dinner gathering from 9:30 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., sharing stories and building relationships. The roster featured elite talent including Cal Raleigh, who hit 60 home runs the previous season.
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