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In-Season World Baseball Classic Possible by 2030

3/20/2026

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Major League Baseball (MLB) Commissioner Rob Manfred said an in-season World Baseball Classic could occur by 2029 or 2030.
The latest WBC winner, Venezuela, drew nearly 10.8 million viewers for the final.
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said a summer tournament could improve performance but would require cooperation from leagues in Japan and Mexico, while MLB and the players' union weigh insurance and load-management concerns.

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Major League Baseball (MLB) Commissioner Rob Manfred said an in-season World Baseball Classic could occur by 2029 or 2030.
The latest WBC winner, Venezuela, drew nearly 10.8 million viewers for the final.
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said a summer tournament could improve performance but would require cooperation from leagues in Japan and Mexico, while MLB and the players' union weigh insurance and load-management concerns.