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About Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network

Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network
Matthew (Matt) Tallarini is the Founder and Chief Correspondent for the World Baseball Network.

Posts by Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network

WBC, Taiwan

Spain vs. Chinese Taipei Preview 2025 WBC Qualifier Final

At Taipei Dome, No. 2 Spain faces No. 3 Chinese Taipei in the 2025 WBCQ final. Top players clash for a 2026 WBC berth amid key stats and schedules.

  2 months ago
NCAA

USMMA Mariners Open 2025 Season with Split Doubleheader Against Union College

USMMA opened its 2025 season with a doubleheader split vs. Union College, falling 6-4 before rebounding with a 7-5 win. Next, they face Ithaca on March 1.

  2 months ago
WBC, Nicaragua, Taiwan

Nicaragua Qualifies for 2026 World Baseball Classic With 6-0 Shutout Over Chinese Taipei

Nicaragua secured a spot in the 2026 World Baseball Classic with a dominant 6-0 shutout win over Chinese Taipei at the Taipei Dome. Behind a stellar pitching performance and key hits from Chase Dawson and Elian Miranda, Nicaragua controlled the WBC Qualifier matchup. Chinese Taipei, ranked No. 2 in the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) rankings, struggled to capitalize with runners in scoring position. Nicaragua will now await placement in the 2026 WBC pool round.

  2 months ago
WBC

Spain Rolls to 9-1 Victory and Eliminates South Africa from WBC Qualifiers

World No. 24 Spain secured a 9-1 win on Day 3 of the WBC Qualifiers at the Taipei Dome to eliminate South Africa from the 2026 WBC race.

  2 months ago
NCAA

Miami Hurricanes to Face FIU Panthers at loanDepot Park on March 4 for Crosstown Showdown

The Miami Marlins announced the Crosstown Showdown as the Hurricanes face FIU Panthers at loanDepot Park on March 4 at 7 p.m. ET marking the first college baseball game there since 2012.

  3 months ago
Nicaragua

Nicaragua’s Enduring Tradition Shines in Two 10th-Inning Walk-Off Wins at 2025 WBCQ

At the 2025 WBCQ in Taipei, Nicaragua’s rich baseball tradition shines as the team notches two 10th-inning walk‑off wins in dramatic fashion.

  3 months ago
Minor League Baseball

First Orthodox Jewish Pitching Prospect in MLB Draft History Jacob Steinmetz Interview with WBN

Jacob Steinmetz, the first Orthodox Jewish pitching prospect in MLB Draft history, discusses his journey, faith, and future with WBN after the 2023 WBC.

  3 months ago
Liga Mexicana de Beisbol, Mexico

RHP Alan Zhang Carter Signs With Dorados de Chihuahua For 2025 Liga Mexicana de Beisbol Regular Season

China national team RHP Alan Zhang Carter, born in Singapore, signs with Dorados de Chihuahua for the 2025 LMB season and will pitch in the WBC qualifiers.

  3 months ago
WBC, Germany, Nicaragua, Colombia, Taiwan, Chinese Professional Baseball League

Player Eligibility Rules and Where To Watch and Follow The 2025 WBCQ

The 2025 WBC Qualifiers spotlight international player eligibility, with Germany, Brazil, and China fielding diverse rosters. Learn the rules & where to watch.

  3 months ago
WBC

Chinese Taipei Names Submariner Yu-Hung Chen as Starting Pitcher for WBCQ Opener Against Spain

Chinese Taipei names submariner Yu-Hung Chen as WBCQ opener starter vs. Spain. The TSG Hawks righty gets the nod in a late switch from Jo-Hsi Hsu at Taipei Dome.

  3 months ago
WBC

Day 1 Pitching Matchups Set for 2025 WBCQ at Taipei Dome

Day 1 of the 2025 WBCQ at Taipei Dome begins Feb. 21, with Nicaragua, Chinese Taipei, Spain, and South Africa set to battle for a 2026 WBC berth.

  3 months ago
Chinese Professional Baseball League, WBC

Chinese Taipei Update 2025 WBCQ Roster

Chinese Taipei aims for a spot in the 2026 WBC as they host the 2025 WBC Qualifiers at Taipei Dome, facing Spain, Nicaragua, and South Africa from Feb. 21-25.

  3 months ago