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Dominican Republic Dominates South Korea 10-0 in Semifinals

3/14/2026

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Summary

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The Dominican Republic routed South Korea 10-0 to reach the World Baseball Classic semifinals.
Austin Wells hit a walk-off three-run homer in the seventh, the team's 14th homer of the tournament.
Cristopher Sanchez pitched five shutout innings with eight strikeouts.
The Dominican Republic offense scored seven runs in the first three innings before facing Team USA in the semifinals in Miami on Sunday.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural World Baseball Classic in 2006 marked a significant moment in international baseball, showcasing teams like Japan and Cuba. Japan triumphed 10-6 in the final, held on March 20, 2006, at Petco Park, San Diego. This event highlighted baseball's growing global appeal, particularly in Latin America, and underscored the cultural significance of the sport in nations with rich baseball traditions, such as the Dominican Republic.

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Story summary

The Dominican Republic routed South Korea 10-0 to reach the World Baseball Classic semifinals.
Austin Wells hit a walk-off three-run homer in the seventh, the team's 14th homer of the tournament.
Cristopher Sanchez pitched five shutout innings with eight strikeouts.
The Dominican Republic offense scored seven runs in the first three innings before facing Team USA in the semifinals in Miami on Sunday.

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