Raul_ibanez_beardNot Ted Williams

Raul has turned into the heel. And I like it.

CSNPhilly.com has video of Raul talking about pressure. The piece also includes some footage of his offseason training program in New Jersey… and his new look.

Last year, Ibanez had offseason surgery to correct two abdominal tears, and he came into the season in less than good shape. It looks like this year will be a different story.

Plus there's that beard- good luck getting on the plane to Florida with that, Raul.

Video after the jump.