Mark Teixeira will represent the United States in the Century 21 Home Run Derby at the All-Star Game. If Ichiro Suzuki decides to bat for Japan, players representing eight nations will compete. "Anytime you have nations pitted against one another, it takes on a little extra meaning," Teixeira told The Dallas Morning News. "It doesn't matter if it's a home run derby or the Olympics, it adds flair. But this is a home run derby, so let's not take it too seriously. I'm going to do it and really enjoy it." David Ortiz, Carlos Lee, Andruw Jones, Jason Bay, Bobby Abreu and Ivan Rodriguez will also participate.