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2026 World Baseball Classic: Teams, Merchandise, and More!

1/16/2026

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The 2026 World Baseball Classic runs March 5–17 with 20 national teams competing in Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami.
Japan enters as the defending champion.
Team USA fields a strong roster.
Fanatics is selling merchandise, including hats, hoodies, and t-shirts, for Japan, the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.
The tournament progresses from pool play to quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals at LoanDepot Park in Miami.

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Story summary

The 2026 World Baseball Classic runs March 5–17 with 20 national teams competing in Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami.
Japan enters as the defending champion.
Team USA fields a strong roster.
Fanatics is selling merchandise, including hats, hoodies, and t-shirts, for Japan, the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.
The tournament progresses from pool play to quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals at LoanDepot Park in Miami.