2026 WBC teams: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chinese Taipei, Colombia, Cuba, CZE, DR, GB, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, NED, Nicaragua, Panama, PR, USA, Venezuela.
Tragedy strikes Santo Domingo as former MLB pitcher Octavio Dotel and Nelsy Cruz die in Jet Set NightClub roof collapse that killed at least 79.
Zac Veen made his MLB debut for the Rockies on April 8, recording his first hit and showcasing why he’s considered a key piece of Colorado’s future.
Francisco Lindor powered the New York Mets past the Marlins while Kenley Jansen moved to fifth all time in strikeouts for the Los Angeles Angels
Berríos gets win No. 100 and Lindor tallies hit No. 1,500 as Puerto Rican stars reflect on past WBC tournaments ahead of 2026 World Baseball Classic in San Juan.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. inks 14-year, $500M deal with Blue Jays, third-highest in MLB history. Could join Dominican Republic at 2026 WBC in Miami.
Red Sox acquire 19-year-old OF prospect Yophery Rodriguez from Brewers, sending RHP Quinn Priester to Milwaukee in a multi-piece April 7 trade.
Jesse Chavez is back with the Braves for the eighth time. Fans think he only pitches at home. Atlanta might be just fine with that.
Yankees sign Cooper Hummel to MiLB deal. The 30-year-old switch hitter will report to Triple-A after time with Astros, Mariners, and Diamondbacks.
Shota Imanaga and Jesús Luzardo led the Cubs and Phillies to wins, snapping undefeated starts for the Padres and Dodgers ahead of the 2026 WBC.
Nicaraguan pitcher Carlos Rodriguez will make his first 2025 start for the Brewers on April 5, aiming to earn a rotation spot under manager Pat Murphy.
Ezequiel Tovar says he hopes to play for Venezuela in the 2026 World Baseball Classic if invited, as Colorado opens 2025 season in the snow.
