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.
Jose Quintana commits to pitch for Colombia at 2026 WBC, confirms news in MLB Network interview ahead of Brewers’ April 14 game vs. Tigers.
Aaron Judge named Team USA captain for the 2026 WBC as Yankees star joins Mark DeRosa to lead roster build for USA Baseball’s next title run.
Baseball and softball return for LA28 with six teams each as IOC confirms full Olympic program, marking a first in gender-balanced team sports.
USA Baseball named its 2026 WBC coaching staff, with Mark DeRosa returning as manager and new additions including Holliday, Pettitte, and McCann.
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.
2026 World Baseball Classic pools and matchups are set. 20 nations return for global bragging rights in March. Game times TBA.
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.
