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Chapman Excluded from World Baseball Classic Over Eligibility

2/4/2026

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Aroldis Chapman will not participate in the World Baseball Classic after Great Britain's roster excluded him for failing to meet blood lineage requirements.
Chapman's eligibility had been based on Jamaican heritage from his grandparents, but it was denied.
The tournament begins March 5 as Puerto Rico considers withdrawal over insurance complications, and the Boston Red Sox expect Brayan Bello and Wilyer Abreu to compete while Chapman remains in training camp.

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Aroldis Chapman will not participate in the World Baseball Classic after Great Britain's roster excluded him for failing to meet blood lineage requirements.
Chapman's eligibility had been based on Jamaican heritage from his grandparents, but it was denied.
The tournament begins March 5 as Puerto Rico considers withdrawal over insurance complications, and the Boston Red Sox expect Brayan Bello and Wilyer Abreu to compete while Chapman remains in training camp.