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Bitterness turns into celebration as Puerto Rico's WBC journey begins
Insurance controversy rocked the roster, but the home team in Pool A of the World Baseball Classic is writing its next chapter.
U.S. plates 15 in big win vs. Brazil to open WBC
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer and Brice Turang had three hits and four RBI to lead the United States to a 15-5 win over Brazil in its World Baseball Classic opener Friday night.
Lucas Ramirez hits 2 HRs with dad Manny watching
Manny Ramirez hit 555 home runs in his 19-year major league career. On Friday night, the 12-time All-Star relished watching someone else go yard when his son Lucas Ramirez hit two homers for Brazil against the U.S. in the World Baseball Classic.
Lugo, Díaz pitch Puerto Rico to WBC opening win
Seth Lugo helped Puerto Rico to a 5-0 win over Colombia in their Group A opener Friday at the World Baseball Classic. The right-hander pitched four-plus innings of three-hit ball, and Edwin Diaz worked the ninth.
World Baseball Classic in Miami features custom hot dogs for each country in Pool D
Hot dogs include the Frikandel Broodje, a deep-fried hot dog topped with curry, mayo and onions.
Astros' Peña 'very uncertain' over finger's healing
Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Peña expressed his uncertainty over a timeline to return from a broken finger, saying his goal is to be ready for Opening Day.
Ohtani hits grand slam as Japan cruises in WBC
Shohei Ohtani hit a grand slam in the second inning as Japan hammered Taiwan 13-0 to win its opener at the World Baseball Classic.
Angels prez Carpino retiring, replaced by Jolly
John Carpino is retiring as president of the Angels, ending a 23-year run spent mostly as a liaison to owner Arte Moreno. Longtime Angels executive Molly Jolly will replace Carpino next month.
Our favorite prop bet for every team
Looking for a prop bet on your favorite team? Our experts break down the standouts for all 30 MLB teams.
Charter flights, team dinners and rivals bonding: Inside Team USA's WBC arrival
Here's how the most talented team on the planet has come together so quickly for the WBC.
World Baseball Classic predictions: Will Japan repeat or is United States the team to beat?
Our experts make their picks for every round of the 2026 WBC -- from pool play through the championship game.
How an insurance mess shaped the tournament
A former Team USA captain denied. A squad so decimated it threatened to leave the tournament.
An Athletic hits 50 homers? Four Royals hit 30? Bold predictions for every AL team
Eric Karabell makes bold fantasy-relevant predictions for each of the 15 American League teams.
A Brewer goes 30/30? A Giant wins the batting title? Bold predictions for every NL team
Eric Karabell makes bold fantasy-relevant predictions for each of the 15 National League teams.
'I'll close my eyes': Diamondbacks' Counsell makes pro debut against father Craig's Cubs
Brady Counsell got his first reps as a Diamondback on Thursday when he was named to the club's roster for a spring training clash with the Cubs, who are managed by his father.
Every top 100 player in the 2026 World Baseball Classic
Some of MLB's biggest stars will take the international stage in this year's tournament.
World Baseball Classic: All the best handshakes and bench celebrations
Chemistry at the WBC is high -- as evidenced by some of the handshakes this March.