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Story summary
- Tarik Skubal returned to the Detroit Tigers after one start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic (WBC).
- He faced backlash from fans comparing him to Benedict Arnold for leaving the tournament early, despite teammate support.
- Skubal said the criticism was unfair.
- Team USA, expected to advance easily, faced an upset against Italy, complicating their chances.
- Skubal hopes to attend the WBC final if Team USA progresses.
