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The World Baseball Classic is taking place for the first time since 2017. This is the WBC’s 5th iteration, and it’s taking place from March 7-March 21. The WBC began in 2006 and has taken place in 2009, 2013 and 2017. The tournaments’ 5th iteration was originally scheduled to take …

The Atlanta Braves will open their season against the New York Mets today. Although the Braves will not be kicking off the season in their newly renovated stadium, Braves manager Brian Snitker says, it’s not that big of a deal, and expects the team to perform well in New York. …

In just the fourth World Baseball Classic, the United States won it’s first title on Wednesday night. They defeated Puerto Rico 8-0 in Los Angeles, California. Lights Out Pitching Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Marcus Stroman was the starter for Team USA. Earlier in the tournament, Stroman played poorly against Puerto …

Regardless of the outcome, a first-time champion will be crowned in the World Baseball Classic finals tonight between Team USA and Puerto Rico. Team USA’s finals berth marks the first of its kind since the tournament’s 2006 inception. Previously, they hadn’t made it past the semi-finals. Puerto Rico is looking for …

Tonight’s championship game isn’t only important to baseball fans, but also to Gainesville natives, as a F. W. Buchholz high school alumni will be present along with his team. After beating Japan last night 2-1, Team USA  is making their first appearance in the World Baseball Classic Championship Game. The USA …

With elimination looming near, Team USA entered Sunday desperately needing a win against Canada. After a devastating loss against the Dominican Republic on Saturday, only two options remained: win or go home. Luckily, the Americans took care of business and will advance to the second round of the World Baseball …