On March 18, 2026, MLB posted on Instagram a photo of the captain taking the field for Team USA. The shot appears to have been taken before a World Baseball Classic game. In the image, the player strides out confidently in a USA-themed uniform in front of the crowd.
Captioned "The captain took the field for Team USA," the post sparked mixed reactions from fans. Some criticized the captain’s approach and questioned roster choices. Comments that stood out included "Captain roll over" and "Why is a player batting over .400 not in the starting lineup?"