When you have your country's name against your chest, it's on.

This was a big year for him. I never pull against people, but you always pull for your buddies. I'm one of his biggest fans. I grew up in the game with the guy and I hate it he's going to miss time.

What an honor, man. It was just a tremendous feeling just to be on the same ballfield as somebody that you idolize and have a chance to compete against him. It was a well-pitched game and I'm just glad we came out on top.

What an honor, man. It was just a tremendous feeling just to be on the same ball field as somebody that you idolize and have a chance to compete against him. It was a well-pitched game and I'm just glad we came out on top.

That's the first time I had it handed to me in a long time. You want to get back out there against that team and show them what you are made of and that you are capable of beating them.