Team Italy jumps ahead early and survives a late Puerto Rico rally to win 8–6 and advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals in Miami.
Vinnie Pasquantino blasts three home runs as Italy routs Mexico 9–1 to win Pool B, eliminate Mexico, and send Team USA to the WBC quarterfinals.
Italy beat Great Britain 7-4 behind back-to-back home runs from Andrew Fischer and J.J. D’Orazio, moving to 2-0 in Pool B at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Sam Aldegheri strikes out eight and allows one hit as Italy defeats Brazil 8–0 at Daikin Park to open its 2026 World Baseball Classic campaign.
Team Italy fell 4-3 to the Angels in Cactus League action as Quattrini impressed and Ottavino praised a “young, dynamic” roster.
Italy’s Giacomino Lasaracina signs with the Blue Jays as J.J. D’Orazio replaces Alberto Mineo on the 2026 WBC roster.
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Italy’s MLB pipeline is growing: nine Italy-developed players are climbing pro systems, fueling momentum toward the 2026 WBC.
Mike Trout Bobblehead Night is here. Bet the bump: HR, RBIs, and a win for the Angels. Odds, seat tips, and clips from past bobblehead blowups.
Italian LHP Samuel Aldegheri recalled by the Angels for their series in Boston, marking a potential MLB return and key step toward Italy’s 2026 WBC roster.
One day after committing to Team Italy for the 2026 WBC, Vinnie Pasquantino had two hits in the Royals’ 10-0 win over the White Sox.
Italian left-hander Samuel Aldegheri is competing for a spot in the Angels’ rotation while preparing to represent Italy in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
