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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

Venezuela, WBC, WBSC

Venezuela Finalizes Staff for 2026 World Baseball Classic

Venezuela announced its full staff for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, including Gregor Blanco and Jose Yepez in leadership roles.

  2 months ago
MLB, Minor League Baseball

San Francisco Giants Top Prospect Bryce Eldridge Returns to Triple-A Sacramento After Hot Start With Double-A Richmond

San Francisco Giants top prospect Bryce Eldridge returns to Triple-A Sacramento after hitting .280 with 7 HR in 34 games at Double-A Richmond.

  2 months ago
NCAA

2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Super Regionals Set as Omaha Awaits Eight-Team College World Series Field

2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Super Regionals run June 6–9 with ESPN coverage as teams fight for a spot in Omaha. The College World Series opens June 13 at Charles Schwab Field.

  2 months ago
MLB, Frontier League

Seattle Mariners Purchase Contract of Japanese Infielder Jo Oyama From Frontier League’s Ottawa Titans

The Seattle Mariners acquired Japanese infielder Jo Oyama from the Ottawa Titans of the Frontier League and assigned him to their ACL affiliate in Arizona.

  2 months ago
WBC, MLB, Minor League Baseball, Italy

Italian-Born LHP Samuel Aldegheri Expected With Los Angeles Angels For Series at Fenway

Italian LHP Samuel Aldegheri recalled by the Angels for their series in Boston, marking a potential MLB return and key step toward Italy’s 2026 WBC roster.

  2 months ago
MLB, WBC, Puerto Rico

Francisco Lindor Hits 261st Home Run to Pass Derek Jeter, Will Lead Puerto Rico in 2026 WBC

New York Mets Francisco Lindor hit his 261st career home run to pass Derek Jeter and will captain Puerto Rico again at the 2026 WBC, leading on both MLB and global stages.

  2 months ago
Liga Venezolana de Beisbol Profesional

2025-26 Liga Venezolana de Beisbol Profesional Season Starts October 15

Cardenales de Lara open the 2025-26 LVBP season October 15 after winning last year’s title. Eight teams will compete to reach the Caribbean Series.

  2 months ago
Panama, Mexico

Panama and Mexico to Host 2025 Copa America de Beisbol

Panama and Mexico will host the 2025 Copa America de Béisbol, a WBC and Olympic qualifier featuring 12 nations from November 13–22.

  2 months ago
Liga Mexicana de Beisbol

2025 Liga Mexicana de Beisbol All-Star Game Returns to Mexico City From June 27-29

The 2025 Liga Mexicana de Beisbol All-Star Game returns to Mexico City June 27–29 with a 10-inning centennial tribute at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu.

  2 months ago
MLB, Minor League Baseball

Tampa Bay Rays Option Chandler Simpson to Triple-A After Impressive First MLB Stint and 19 Stolen Bases

Chandler Simpson hit .285 with 19 stolen bases in 35 games before Tampa Bay Rays optioned him to Triple-A amid a crowded, lefty-heavy outfield mix.

  2 months ago
MLB

International Spotlight: 2024 World Series Re-Match in Chavez Ravine

The Yankees visit the Dodgers for a 2024 World Series rematch May 30–June 2, with stars from Cuba, Japan, Venezuela, and beyond on both rosters.

  2 months ago
WBSC

Copa America de Beisbol Announces Groups and Confirmed Host Countries for November

Copa America de Beisbol runs Nov 13-22 in Panama and Mexico, featuring 12 nations and Olympic, Pan Am Games, and WBC qualification implications.

  2 months ago