"I turned to [Aaron] Judge and all the coaches and go, 'This has a different feel than 2023.' It just did. Not a single guy left. I feel like there's a certain excitement that you could feel the minute that you walk into the clubhouse. The focus level is at an all-time high."
"How many was it? Fifteen? Yeah, it's good. Let's keep it rolling. It's a spring training game, but it's still surreal. So it's going to be exciting when we get to Houston and it's the real deal."
"Everybody was wearing it. That was cool to see. Guys that aren't pitching normally thro"
Team USA achieved a dominant 15-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants in a spring exhibition game, showcasing 19 hits including home runs by Alex Bregman and Roman Anthony. Manager Mark DeRosa created an environment where all players remained engaged throughout the game, with no one leaving the dugout or removing their uniforms. The team displayed strong chemistry and focus despite being together for only a few days, driven by their goal to improve upon finishing second to Japan in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Starter Paul Skenes pitched three efficient innings with one run allowed and four strikeouts. The offensive performance was particularly impressive, with players expressing excitement about the team's potential heading into the tournament in Houston.
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