WATCH: Craig Counsell introduced as new Chicago Cubs manager

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The Chicago Cubs welcomed Craig Counsell on Monday and introduced him as the 56th manager in franchise history.

"There are also other things that excite you," Counsell said during the press conference. "This place. You can't help but get excited about it. The brand that the Chicago Cubs are, you can't help but get excited about representing that."

Check out the full press conference below:

Counsell's respect of former Cubs manager David Ross:

Craig Counsell on his respect for David Ross. pic.twitter.com/Ml1bEHTEg3

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