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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

WBSC

Baseball and Softball Return to LA28 With Equal Team Numbers for First Time in Olympic History

Baseball and softball return for LA28 with six teams each as IOC confirms full Olympic program, marking a first in gender-balanced team sports.

  2 months ago
WBC, USA Baseball

USA Baseball Announces 2026 WBC Coaching Staff Under Manager Mark DeRosa

USA Baseball named its 2026 WBC coaching staff, with Mark DeRosa returning as manager and new additions including Holliday, Pettitte, and McCann.

  2 months ago
USA Baseball, WBC

USA Baseball Brings Back Manager Mark DeRosa For 2026 World Baseball Classic

Michael Hill named GM, Mark DeRosa returns as manager to lead Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, aiming for gold after 2023’s silver.

  2 months ago
WBC

2026 World Baseball Classic Matchups With Confirmed Dates

2026 World Baseball Classic pools and matchups are set. 20 nations return for global bragging rights in March. Game times TBA.

  2 months ago
Italy

2025 Serie A1 Italian Baseball League Regular Season Outlook

The top Italy league kicks off April 11 as Serie A1 opens Group A play. The season will help shape Italy’s roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

  2 months ago
WBC, Dominican Republic

Houston Astros Catcher Yainer Diaz Commits to Dominican Republic for 2026 World Baseball Classic

Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz commits to play for the Dominican Republic at the 2026 WBC as he tries to rebound from a slow start to the 2025 MLB season. World Baseball Classic begins March 6, 2026.

  2 months ago
WBC

2026 World Baseball Classic Qualifier Teams Assigned To Pool Venues

2026 WBC teams: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chinese Taipei, Colombia, Cuba, CZE, DR, GB, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, NED, Nicaragua, Panama, PR, USA, Venezuela.

  2 months ago
MLB, Dominican Republic

Former MLB Reliever Octavio Dotel and Nelson Cruz’s Sister Nelsy Among Victims of Jet Set NightClub Collapse in Santo Domingo

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.

  2 months ago
MLB, USA Baseball

Outfielder Zac Veen Makes MLB Debut With Colorado Rockies Tuesday Night

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.

  2 months ago
MLB, WBC

Francisco Lindor Powers New York Mets While Kenley Jansen Climbs Strikeout List for Los Angeles Angels

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

  2 months ago
MLB, Puerto Rico, WBC

Puerto Rican Stars Jose Berrios and Francisco Lindor Reach Career Milestones in Second Week of 2025 MLB Season

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.

  2 months ago
MLB, WBC

Toronto Blue Jays Sign Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to Third-Highest Contract in MLB History

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.

  2 months ago