The New York Times – Sports:
Miguel Cabrera’s fifth and final World Baseball Classic is being played ahead of his 21st and final major league season. He and Venezuela remain undefeated so far.
Category: World Baseball Classic
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Tim Anderson Thrives for United States at World Baseball Classic
The New York Times – Sports:
Tim Anderson did a little bit of everything in helping his team crush Canada at the World Baseball Classic. All in a day’s work for a certified baseball dude.
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Puerto Rico Combines for First Perfect Game in W.B.C. History
The New York Times – Sports:
Four pitchers threw eight perfect innings against Israel before the game was ended, 10-0, by way of the tournament’s mercy rule.
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World Baseball Classic a Party in Miami for Latin American Teams and Fans
The New York Times – Sports:
“This is our World Cup,” a fan said as the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico and Venezuela squared off at the World Baseball Classic.
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World Baseball Classic: United States Loses to Mexico in Upset
The New York Times – Sports:
The World Baseball Classic’s compact schedule, and narrow margin for error, has a stacked group of U.S. batters sorely missing the star pitchers who stayed home.
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What We’ve Learned (So Far) at the World Baseball Classic
The New York Times – Sports:
Shohei Ohtani and Japan are a juggernaut, the Netherlands look tough, time zones can be confusing and an unfamiliar streaming service appears to be working out.
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World Baseball Classic: Nelson Cruz Is Dominican Republic’s General Manager
The New York Times – Sports:
Serving as general manager in addition to his hitting duties, Nelson Cruz assembled one of the best baseball lineups in recent memory for the World Baseball Classic.
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Israel Prepares for World Baseball Classic
The New York Times – Sports:
Israel’s World Baseball Classic roster is stacked with American major leaguers connecting with their Jewish heritage. In a tough group, they are still underdogs.
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Mike Trout Recruited MLB Stars for World Baseball Classic
The New York Times – Sports:
When Mike Trout agreed to play in the World Baseball Classic, other stars flocked to join the United States squad. “I want in.”