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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.

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WBC, Germany

Brazil and Germany Set for Final Showdown at WBC Qualifier in Tucson

Brazil and Germany meet in Tucson with the final 2026 WBC spot on the line. The winner secures a berth, while the loser is eliminated from contention.

  2 months ago
NCAA

Miami Hurricanes Defeat FIU Panthers 7-3 at loanDepot Park in College Baseball Showdown

Miami Hurricanes defeated FIU Panthers 7-3 at loanDepot Park, marking the first NCAA baseball game at the venue since 2012. Read the full recap here.

  2 months ago
Colombia, Germany, WBC

Colombia Blanks Germany 10-0 to Secure 2026 WBC Berth in Mercy-Rule Win

Colombia dominated Germany 10-0 in a seven-inning mercy-rule win, securing a spot in the 2026 WBC behind Dilson Herrera’s four-hit game and strong pitching.

  2 months ago
MLB, Minor League Baseball, Dominican Republic

Dominican RHP Hector Neris Signs Minor League Deal With The Atlanta Braves

Dominican right-hander Hector Neris signed a minor league deal with the Atlanta Braves on March 3 and will report to Triple-A Gwinnett as a non-roster invitee.

  2 months ago
WBC

Brazil Defeats China 12-2 in Seven-Inning Mercy Rule Win at WBC Qualifiers in Tucson

Brazil dominated China 12-2 in a seven-inning mercy rule win at the WBC qualifiers in Tucson, moving one win away from securing a spot in the 2026 WBC.

  2 months ago
MLB, Dominican Republic, WBC

Atlanta Braves Star Marcell Ozuna Declines to Play for Dominican Republic in 2026 WBC

Atlanta Braves star Marcell Ozuna declines to play for the Dominican Republic in the 2026 WBC, citing past snubs despite strong MLB seasons.

  2 months ago
Colombia, WBC

Colombia Powers Past China 8-1 in 2025 World Baseball Classic Qualifiers

Colombia powers past China 8-1 at 2025 World Baseball Classic Qualifiers in Tucson with dominant pitching and big offensive performances from Jesus Marriaga and Brayan Buelvas.

  2 months ago
MLB

Colombian Southpaw Jose Quintana Signs With Milwaukee Brewers For One-Year Contract

Colombian lefty Jose Quintana signs a one-year deal with the Brewers as Milwaukee looks to solidify its rotation and chase a third straight NL Central title.

  2 months ago
WBC, Germany

Brazil Bounces Back and Outlasts Germany 9-7 at 2025 World Baseball Classic Qualifiers

Brazil bounced back from its opening loss, outlasting Germany 9-7 at the 2025 World Baseball Classic Qualifiers after a 17-minute sprinkler delay.

  2 months ago
WBC, Colombia

Colombia Blanks Brazil 5-0 to Open 2025 WBC Qualifiers in Tucson

Colombia shut out Brazil 5-0 in the 2025 WBC Qualifiers opener in Tucson, led by Julio Teherán’s dominant start and strong bullpen support.

  2 months ago
WBC

Germany Crushes China 12-2 in Seven Inning Mercy Rule Win

TUCSON, Ariz. – On a 67 degree day with the haze of the North Catalina […]

  2 months ago
WBC

WBN Spotlight: Brazil Outfielder Lucas Ramirez, Son of Former MLB Great Manny Ramirez, Set To Take Field For 2025 World Baseball Classic Qualifier

TUCSON, Ariz. – Lucas Ramirez, the son of former Major League Baseball star and two-time […]

  2 months ago