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Seattle Mariners Closer Andres Munoz Making Strong Case for Team Mexico 2026 WBC Selection
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 Eligible To Play for Netherlands in 2026 World Baseball Classic After Gaining Citizenship
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 Named Venezuela National Team Manager For Second Consecutive World Baseball Classic In 2026
Houston Astros bench coach Omar Lopez returns as Venezuela manager for the 2026 World Baseball Classic after a strong 2024 Premier12 run.
Kansas City Royals Starter Seth Lugo Commits To Play For Puerto Rico In 2026 World Baseball Classic
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.
Minnesota Twins Outfielder Harrison Bader Commits to Team Israel for 2026 World Baseball Classic
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 To Captain Puerto Rico For Second Consecutive World Baseball Classic
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 Will Host Baseball At 2028 Olympics
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 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.