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Padres to Assess Mason Miller's Availability for WBC Final

3/17/2026

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San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen said a decision on Mason Miller of the San Diego Padres' availability for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic final is pending.
Mason Miller pitched the final six outs in the semifinal against the Dominican Republic.
Stammen said the Padres evaluate pitchers after games to determine readiness.
The Padres will decide after assessing Mason Miller's condition before the championship against Italy or Venezuela.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural World Baseball Classic took place from March 3 to March 20, 2006, featuring 16 teams, including the USA and Japan. Organized by Major League Baseball and the International Baseball Federation, it aimed to globalize baseball, attracting over 737,000 fans. Japan won the championship, defeating Cuba 10-6, marking a significant milestone in international baseball competition.

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San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen said a decision on Mason Miller of the San Diego Padres' availability for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic final is pending.
Mason Miller pitched the final six outs in the semifinal against the Dominican Republic.
Stammen said the Padres evaluate pitchers after games to determine readiness.
The Padres will decide after assessing Mason Miller's condition before the championship against Italy or Venezuela.

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