New York Yankees Two-time MVP Slugger Aaron Judge will be captain of Team USA’s 2026 World Baseball Classic, and he’s happy to lead the stars and stripes against the best talent in the world on Diamonds.
Team USA manager Mark DeRosa said in a speech at Yankee Stadium after the announcement that he asked former captain Mike Trout to allow it Judge In the role. De Rosa said the LA Angel superstar replied: “He is that.”
The judge remembers the Trouts leading the United States in the recent World Baseball Classic Final, waving the American flag as he entered the court.
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Judge Aaron (99), the New York Yankees right fielder, returned to the field after being trapped at first base in the seventh inning against the San Francisco Giants at Yankees Stadium. (Wendell Cruz-Imagn image)
Captain Yankees understands the responsibilities he has the privilege of taking, and he makes sure to point out that everyone in all armed forces can do so.
“It’s special to hear your praise, to hear Trouty’s praise, to have it on behalf of our country – I said this this morning – just thinking about all the brave men and women who fought for this country and gave our lives to us, giving us the opportunity to get out here, especially me, to play games here. It was a very humble experience.
“I’m glad to represent America and be your captain.”
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The judge one day spoke up about his desire to play for Team USA, but when the game was held in 2023, it was a tough time as he was looking for a free agent contract. Consider what happened New York Metropolis During a celebration with the Puerto Rico team, Edwin Diaz tore Achilles apart in a freak accident – the judge was not hurt.
The judge and the Yankees received a nine-year, $360 million extension and received a captain’s start. But with a new deal, the judge thought it was wise to sit down.
Judge Aaron (99) in New York Yankees outfielder defeated the San Francisco Giants in the fifth inning at Yankees Stadium. (Tom Horak-Imagn image)
However, the judge won his second MVP last season and he knew the game would be back in 2026.
“I want him to be the captain,” De Rosa told reporters. “I think he is worth it. [Judge] Be that guy. ”
Yankees manager Aaron Boone added: “He is certainly one of the faces of baseball in many ways. People are attracted to this magnetic personality that people around the game like and respect. I think he’ll be great.”
Judge Aaron (99) in New York Yankee Outfielder reacted after the eighth inning against the San Francisco Giants in the eighth inning at Yankee Stadium. (Tom Horak-Imagn image)
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Although the judge is the captain of the United States, the surrounding lineup will not be finalized until next year. In 2023, it was released in early February.
However, the appearance of the judge should lead other great players from the United States to express their desires to make DeRosa consider becoming a team.
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