AL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES: RANGERS VS ASTROS

October 17, 2023

Cristian Javier

Globe Life Field

Houston Astros

Workout Day Press Conference

Q. Cristian, it looked like a lot of the guys in the bullpen with the pitching staff were dressed in cowboy hats and western theme to come here. Who picked out your outfit and how do you think everybody looked?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: I thought we looked great. The one with the idea was Abreu and like always we all dress together, and always support one another.

Q. Considering you guys are down 2-0, what's your mindset entering this start compared to the World Series last year when it was 2-1 and also a game that you guys really needed?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: Like always just try and go out there and give the best -- do my best of my ability. Always put it in God's hand and let him to be the one to guide us. And if he decides we get tomorrow's win, so be it. But for me, I'm going to always go out there, try to go out there and compete and hopefully get that win.

Q. Martin was talking about how you seem to be relaxed in these big moments in these big games. What allows you to do that?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: Yeah, that's just something that's been within me. That's not really something I've worked on in the past. But my job is to go out there, not let the game speed up on me and just try to stay relaxed.

Q. You've been around Brian Abreu for a long time now, how would you describe his emotions before and after and I guess during his appearances?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: For me he's done a great job. He always holds firm. He's been doing it the whole regular season. He knows what he needs to do here, as well, in the postseason. And we're extremely happy and extremely proud of him and everything he's been able to do this year.

Q. What, if anything, did you learn about the Rangers' offense watching these last two games?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: I've seen that they've been doing a really good job. They're happy and things have been going well for them.

Q. We've heard the nickname "el Reptil" for a couple of years. Wondering how you feel about the nickname, and do you have any history or relationship with reptiles?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: Yeah, I feel good with that nickname. For me I just try to stay focused. I've had some relationship with some animals and they've really gone well.

Q. Do you have a favorite reptile?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: Crocodile.

Q. Why?

CRISTIAN JAVIER: Crocodiles seem like they're calm. But when they get in the water they can get aggressive.