The World Baseball Classic has been nothing short of thrilling so far, and Team USA has certainly been a major player in this exciting tournament. Now, as the WBC heads into its final stretch, Team USA is set to face off against Venezuela in the quarterfinals after finishing second in their group.
Team USA Schedule:
The World Baseball Classic is a round-robin style tournament, meaning that each team plays against other teams in their group until the top two teams move on to the quarterfinals. Team USA was in Group B, which also included Colombia, the Dominican Republic, and Canada.
In their first game, Team USA faced off against Colombia in a nail-biting 10-inning game. They ultimately won 3-2, giving them a strong start to the tournament. The second game was against the defending WBC champions, the Dominican Republic, and was a much closer game, with Team USA ultimately falling 7-5. This put Team USA in a must-win situation for their final game against Canada, which they did handily, winning 8-0.
Team USA Roster:
Team USA has assembled an incredibly talented group of players for the World Baseball Classic. Some of the standout players include:
– Nolan Arenado – Colorado Rockies third baseman
– Adam Jones – Baltimore Orioles outfielder
– Paul Goldschmidt – Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman
– Buster Posey – San Francisco Giants catcher
– Giancarlo Stanton – Miami Marlins outfielder
The full team roster includes 28 players from across the MLB, carefully selected by Team USA’s coaching staff.
WBC Scores:
The WBC has been a wild ride of excitement, with numerous upsets and close games. Team USA’s quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela looks to be one of the most exciting games of the tournament so far.
Throughout the WBC, some of the most exciting games have included:
– Israel’s surprise run to the second round, including a victory over Cuba
– Japan’s dominating performance in their group, where they won all three games
– Italy’s thrilling victory over Mexico in the tiebreaker game to move on to the second round
As the WBC heads into the quarterfinals and ultimately the championship game, fans can expect plenty more excitement and nail-biting moments.
What’s Next for Team USA:
Team USA’s quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela is set to take place on Wednesday, March 15th. If Team USA wins, they will move on to face the winner of the Puerto Rico and Netherlands game in the semifinals. The championship game will be held on March 22nd in Los Angeles.
Whether you’re a diehard baseball fan or just a casual spectator, the World Baseball Classic is an incredible opportunity to see some of the world’s best players compete on a global stage. Be sure to tune in to see if Team USA can secure their first World Baseball Classic championship.
