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Team USA Faces Canada in Thrilling World Baseball Classic Quarterfinals

3/13/2026

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Team USA faces Canada in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Baseball Classic tonight at Daikin Park in Houston.
Canada advanced past pool play for the first time after defeating Cuba 7-2.
USA manager Mark DeRosa noted the team's challenging journey to this stage.
Canada, managed by Ernie Whitt, aims for a clean game and emphasizes their competitive spirit.
The USA made roster changes, adding relievers Will Vest, Tyler Rogers, and Tim Hill while dropping starters Tarik Skubal, Michael Wacha, and Ryan Yarbrough.

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Team USA faces Canada in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Baseball Classic tonight at Daikin Park in Houston.
Canada advanced past pool play for the first time after defeating Cuba 7-2.
USA manager Mark DeRosa noted the team's challenging journey to this stage.
Canada, managed by Ernie Whitt, aims for a clean game and emphasizes their competitive spirit.
The USA made roster changes, adding relievers Will Vest, Tyler Rogers, and Tim Hill while dropping starters Tarik Skubal, Michael Wacha, and Ryan Yarbrough.