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One of the highlights of the conversation was Cruz’s recollections of facing Hall of Famer CC Sabathia during his early career. He recounted his first encounter with Sabathia in 2007, describing it as a daunting experience. "It was freezing, and this dude felt like he was throwing the baseball right at your face. I had no chance," Cruz remarked, laughing about being struck out multiple times. This vivid memory underscored the respect he has for Sabathia's talent.