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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

MLB

MLB-Backed AUSL Softball League Launches Today, Aiming To Change the Game for Women’s Pro Sports

MLB-backed AUSL launches today with games on MLB.com and MLB Network, led by Kim Ng and a star-studded roster of former NCAA and Olympic talent.

  2 months ago
WBC, Venezuela, WBSC, MLB

Salvador Perez and Jose Altuve Named Venezuela Captains for 2026 WBC by Manager Omar López

Salvador Perez and Jose Altuve were named team captains for Venezuela at the 2026 World Baseball Classic by manager Omar López. Pool D play runs March 6-11.

  2 months ago
Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacifico

Full 2025-26 Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacifico Schedule Includes Two New Teams and Playoff Format

The 2025-26 LAMP schedule is set with two relocated franchises, 68-game season, and a best-of-seven playoff format ahead of the 2026 Caribbean Series.

  2 months ago
MLB, Mexico, WBC, WBSC

Michael Lorenzen Eligible To Pitch For Mexico At 2026 World Baseball Classic

Royals pitcher Michael Lorenzen is eligible to pitch for Mexico at the 2026 WBC through his mother’s lineage, according to Bambino Sedano.

  2 months ago
MLB, Minor League Baseball

Philadelphia Phillies Calling Up Mexican-Born Right-Handed Pitcher Alan Rangel Ahead of Series at Pittsburgh

The Phillies called up Mexican right-hander Alan Rangel ahead of their series in Pittsburgh. Rangel went 4-0 with a 5.02 ERA at Triple-A Lehigh.

  2 months ago
MLB

New York Mets Announce September 13 Alumni Game With Citi Field and Shea Stadium Era Rosters

Mets announce September 13 alumni game at Citi Field with rosters featuring stars from the Shea Stadium and Citi Field eras.

  2 months ago
NCAA

Florida Coach Kevin O’Sullivan Issues Apology After NCAA Tournament Meltdown Draws Widespread Criticism

Florida coach Kevin O’Sullivan apologizes after outburst at NCAA Regional. Coastal’s Kevin Schnall, Chipper Jones among those who called him out.

  2 months ago
MLB, Minor League Baseball

Chicago White Sox Call Up Owen White From Triple-A Charlotte Amid Injuries

Right-hander Owen White was called up by the White Sox on June 6 as bullpen injuries mount ahead of their series against the Royals at Rate Field.

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WBC, WBSC, Mexico, MLB

Tampa Bay Rays First Baseman Jonathan Aranda Will Play for Mexico at 2026 WBC

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda confirmed he will play for Mexico at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, his second straight WBC appearance.

  2 months ago
NCAA

Georgia Tech Named James Ramsey Their 13th HC In Program History After 32-Year Danny Hall Era Ends

James Ramsey promoted to head coach at Georgia Tech, replacing Danny Hall after 32 seasons and a 1,452-793-1 career record.

  2 months ago
Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacifico

2025-26 Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacifico Regular Season Start Dates Announced

The 2025-26 LAMP season begins October 14 with two new franchises—Tucson and Jaguares de Nayarit—joining a 68-game schedule.

  2 months ago