We don't want to walk out there and get embarrassed. This is our national pastime. When you have your country's name across your chest, it's on.

Obviously, there's been a lot of stuff said negatively about the tournament. But when you put this uniform on and you hear your national anthem, there's a lot of pride involved. . . . There's no doubt that this is something I'll look back on for the rest of my life and cherish.

The national pastime is juiced.

I woke up the next morning and told my wife, 'I must've gotten elbowed or something,' ... My ribs are sore.

Some guys come out of the chute and do well in spring training, so he's certainly capable. I don't think he'll get four balls the first time up, but he's definitely earned our respect.

This is probably the coolest thing I've ever done.