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Panama's Araúz Clashes with Manager After Elimination

3/10/2026

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Jonathan Araúz clashed with Panama manager José Mayorga in the ninth inning of Panama's World Baseball Classic game against Colombia, after Araúz failed to hustle out a ground ball and was restrained by teammates.
The confrontation underscored Panama's frustrations in a disappointing tournament, where Araúz had limited playing time.
Panama and Colombia finished 1-3 in Pool A and face potential relegation depending on Canada's upcoming games.

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Jonathan Araúz clashed with Panama manager José Mayorga in the ninth inning of Panama's World Baseball Classic game against Colombia, after Araúz failed to hustle out a ground ball and was restrained by teammates.
The confrontation underscored Panama's frustrations in a disappointing tournament, where Araúz had limited playing time.
Panama and Colombia finished 1-3 in Pool A and face potential relegation depending on Canada's upcoming games.