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Olympic champion Alexei Ramirez tested positive for four steroids at World Baseball Classic

Alexei Ramirez made history at the World Baseball Classic when he became the tournament’s oldest ever player at the age of 44

The Independent UK

The WBC is thriving. Rob Manfred says MLB might consider moving it to midseason

Major League Baseball plans to bring back the World Baseball Classic in 2029 or 2030 and it could eventually move to midseason

The Independent UK

WBC Succeeded in Generating Constant Conversation Around Baseball

As the World Baseball Classic comes to a close, MLB goes into its season with some buzz.

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Trump Jokes About Venezuela Becoming the 51st State After Reaching Final of World Baseball Classic

President Donald Trump joked that Venezuela could become the "51st state" of the United States after the Venezuelan national team defeated Italy 4–2 in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic, advancing to face the United States in the final.

Latin Times

‘That’s why we wear USA’: US players embrace military ties before WBC final against Venezuela

The US will play Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday, a meeting that comes after recent tensions between the two countries

The Guardian - US

Team USA vs. Venezuela: Full Preview of the World Baseball Classic Final

The matchup for the 2026 World Baseball Classic final is set, and it will feature two of the best rosters in the tournament.

Sports Illustrated

How Venezuela Rallied vs. Italy to Reach World Baseball Classic Final vs. Team USA

Venezuela clinched its first-ever berth to the World Baseball Classic final.

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Why Italy Celebrates With Shots of Espresso at the World Baseball Classic

This celebration has gone viral during the WBC, with coffee lovers everywhere enjoying the move.

Sports Illustrated

Why Aaron Nola Is Pitching for Italy at the World Baseball Classic

Nola, along with a few other American-born MLB stars, is competing for Team Italy this year.

Sports Illustrated

Running on Sheer Joy, Venezuela Dances Into WBC Semifinal by Stunning Japan

No team is having more fun at the World Baseball Classic than the South American nation, which injected even more energy into the tourney by eliminating the defending champs.

Sports Illustrated

This is the espresso machine used by Italy in the World Baseball Classic — and it's just $109 at Amazon

I found the espresso maker Team Italy is using to celebrate home runs in the World Baseball Classic — here's how much it costs.

Tom’s Guide

Eight Non-MLB Players Who Stole the Show in World Baseball Classic Pool Play

These players who aren’t in the major leagues have been taking advantage of their opportunity to turn heads at the World Baseball Classic.

Sports Illustrated

Mark DeRosa Fires Back at WBC Critics While Still Making Silly Mistake

Mark DeRosa tried to explain away his comments about Team USA advancing at the World Baseball Classic but didn’t help himself.

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Team USA Advances in WBC Thanks to Italy’s Win Over Mexico; Quarterfinal Matchup Set

Team USA is advancing to the quarterfinal at the World Baseball Classic after Italy beat Mexico on Wednesday. The United States will face Canada.

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What's at Stake Entering Final Day of Pool Play at the World Baseball Classic

Three spots in the quarterfinals are up for grabs.

AAP

Aussies out of Baseball World Classic in last-gasp exit

Australia have narrowly missed out on a quarter-final place at the World Baseball Classic, after suffering a defeat to South Korea in Tokyo.

Sports Illustrated

Korea Uses Complicated Chart, Routine Sacrifice Fly to Advance to WBC Quarterfinals

Anyone who familiarized themselves with the World Baseball Classic tiebreaking procedures before this edition of the tournament began may have been operating on

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Why Randy Arozarena Is Playing for Mexico at the World Baseball Classic

The Mariners outfielder is a native of Cuba.

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World Baseball Classic 10-Run, 15-Run Mercy Rules Explained

The bats are hot at the start of the World Baseball Classic.

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Ozzie Albies Reminds Us of the Heart in the World Baseball Classic

The Netherlands slugger blasted a walk-off home run against Nicaragua in Saturday’s game—and shared where the moment ranked among his career accomplishments.

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Ranking the Best Home Run Celebrations at the 2026 World Baseball Classic

Japan and Mexico, among others, brought an extra oomph of creativity to the World Baseball Classic this spring.

Sports Illustrated

The World Baseball Classic Is a Joyful Time Capsule to the Sport’s Past

Venezuela’s win over the Netherlands on Friday provided a reminder of how the sport used to be played—and how much pride the players carry for their countries.

The Independent UK

In Miami, the opening game of the World Baseball Classic was a celebration for Venezuelan fans

Venezuelan fans are turning the World Baseball Classic in Miami into a celebration

AAP

Aussies bounce Czechs, stay perfect at Baseball Classic

Australia remain on track for a place in the World Baseball Classic's quarter-finals with a second win in as many days in Japan.

The Independent UK

Team Venezuela expects the WBC to be a celebration, even on US soil

Venezuela enters the World Baseball Classic in Miami with politics hanging over the tournament

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