Aaron Judge, the captain of the New York Yankees, will lead Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic after previously missing the 2023 tournament. Judge expressed his honor and the significance of representing his country, reflecting on the values of patriotism and gratitude to those who serve. Manager Mark DeRosa highlighted Judge as his first choice for captain due to his leadership and experience. The tournament is set to take place from March 5 to March 17, 2026, promising an exciting competitive atmosphere.
"Just getting a chance to represent this country, what this country means to me, Judge said on MLB Network. Every game during the national anthem... it's a time to reflect."
"I wanted to be there. I was in the middle of free agency, but I was looking forward to this opportunity again and getting a chance to represent and be the captain."
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