New York came after me aggressively and that’s what sealed the deal.
Meaning of the quote
Johnny Damon, an American athlete, said that the city of New York really wanted him to join their team. They pursued him strongly, and that's what made him decide to play for them. He felt that New York's aggressive approach to getting him on their team was the key factor that convinced him to join them.
About Johnny Damon
Johnny Damon was a professional baseball player who had a long career in Major League Baseball, playing for several teams including the Kansas City Royals, Boston Red Sox, and New York Yankees. He also represented the Thailand national baseball team in the 2013 World Baseball Classic qualifiers.
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