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DeRosa Faces Criticism as USA Dominates World Baseball Classic

3/13/2026

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Critics have questioned Mark DeRosa's management of the World Baseball Classic as the United States goes 3-0.
His lineup choices and pitching decisions have drawn scrutiny.
Tarik Skubal left the team after one game to prepare for the MLB season.
Garrett Crochet remains under contract but is not participating in the World Baseball Classic.

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Story summary

Critics have questioned Mark DeRosa's management of the World Baseball Classic as the United States goes 3-0.
His lineup choices and pitching decisions have drawn scrutiny.
Tarik Skubal left the team after one game to prepare for the MLB season.
Garrett Crochet remains under contract but is not participating in the World Baseball Classic.