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Red Sox's Roman Anthony Joins Team USA for WBC

2/16/2026

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Roman Anthony joined Team USA as an injury replacement for Corbin Carroll in the 2026 World Baseball Classic after Carroll fractured a bone in his hand.
The Boston Red Sox outfielder batted .292 with eight home runs in his rookie season and will play left field, reporting in March ahead of the March 6 opener against Brazil.
The move shows Red Sox depth, with twelve players set to participate.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural World Baseball Classic took place from March 3 to March 20, 2006, featuring 16 nations, including Japan and Cuba. Japan triumphed over Cuba 10-6 in the final, showcasing the sport's global appeal. This tournament marked a significant shift in international baseball, emphasizing competitiveness and player development, as evidenced by Team USA's evolving roster strategies.

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Story summary

Roman Anthony joined Team USA as an injury replacement for Corbin Carroll in the 2026 World Baseball Classic after Carroll fractured a bone in his hand.
The Boston Red Sox outfielder batted .292 with eight home runs in his rookie season and will play left field, reporting in March ahead of the March 6 opener against Brazil.
The move shows Red Sox depth, with twelve players set to participate.

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