Panama announced their 2026 WBC coaching staff under Jose Mayorga and will compete in Pool A at Hiram Bithorn Stadium next March.

Eugenio Suarez cranks four home runs for Arizona Diamondbacks, becoming first from Venezuela, strengthening case for Venezuela’s 2026 World Baseball Classic

Seattle Mariners closer Andres Munoz is dominating early in 2025 and looks like a strong bullpen candidate for Team Mexico at the 2026 WBC in Houston.

San Diego Padres prospect Leodalis De Vries is now eligible to play for the Netherlands at the 2026 WBC after gaining Dutch citizenship.

Houston Astros bench coach Omar Lopez returns as Venezuela manager for the 2026 World Baseball Classic after a strong 2024 Premier12 run.

Seth Lugo commits to Puerto Rico for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Royals ace last pitched in the WBC final at Dodger Stadium in 2017.

Harrison Bader will suit up for Team Israel at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, joining a Pool D roster managed by Ian Kinsler in Miami.

Francisco Lindor will return as Puerto Rico’s captain at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Mets shortstop starred at the last two WBC events.

Dodger Stadium confirmed to host baseball at LA28 as MLB, WBSC, and IOC set stage for possible return of big leaguers to the Olympic spotlight.

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

Drew Spencer steps down as Great Britain manager after leading team to historic WBC debut. Yankees coach shifts focus to player development.

Ian Kinsler returns to manage Team Israel at the 2026 WBC, bringing MLB experience and leadership as the roster takes shape for Pool D in Miami.