So what's happened so far? Who have you met?
When the trade was announced, A-Rod immediately texted me, "you'll love it here." I met him and CC at the press conference with some front-office management. And I know Jeter from the World Baseball Classic. But that's it right now.
What was it like to put on the pinstripes for the first time?
You don't think about it when you play against them, you just see the "N.Y." But when you wear it, man, it's something. It pops.
Have you gotten any advice on just what to expect?
I was lucky enough to talk with Gary Sheffield, who was a Yankee and a Met and on seven total Major League teams. He told me all the things you'd expect: the media, the fan base, cops recognizing you, everyone remembering every slip-up you do.
So with all of these big personalities on the team, how are you going to leave your own mark?
Look, Jeter and A-Rod — they're the guys carrying the team. There's no secret about that. I'm below the radar. I'm a chameleon. I'm not the loudest. I'm not a prankster. But I can be loud. I can pull a prank. I'm not the oldest. I'm not the youngest. I'm flexible. I adapt.
Do it. Prank A-Rod.
[Laughs]. I won't prank you first, but if you prank me, then, yeah, I'll prank you back. Fair's fair. I won't wreck your car or bust the windows or anything. Nothing that's permanent damage, I promise you. But it'd be something to behold.
I think he's going to fit in nicely.
He also said that he was offered #28, but didn't want to mess with any superstitions and he's happy with 14 since he wore it in high school.
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