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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Joins Dominican Republic for 2026 WBC

1/29/2026

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been added to the Dominican Republic's roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC).
This marks Guerrero Jr.'s first WBC appearance after withdrawing from the 2023 event due to knee issues.
The Dominican Republic aims to contend with the United States and Japan, after winning the WBC in 2013.
Albert Pujols manages a roster with Fernando Tatis Jr. and Juan Soto, with a strong lineup expected.

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Story summary

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been added to the Dominican Republic's roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC).
This marks Guerrero Jr.'s first WBC appearance after withdrawing from the 2023 event due to knee issues.
The Dominican Republic aims to contend with the United States and Japan, after winning the WBC in 2013.
Albert Pujols manages a roster with Fernando Tatis Jr. and Juan Soto, with a strong lineup expected.