Japan Beats U.S. to Win World Baseball Classic
A thrilling tournament ended with Shohei Ohtani and Japan capturing the country’s third W.B.C. crown.
Japan Will Face United States in World Baseball Classic Final
A dramatic semifinal set up a World Baseball Classic final for the ages: Shohei Ohtani and Japan against Mike Trout and the United States.
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What We’ve Learned (So Far) at the World Baseball Classic
Shohei Ohtani and Japan are a juggernaut, the Netherlands look tough, time zones can be confusing and an unfamiliar streaming service appears to be working out.
Everything You Need to Know About the World Baseball Classic
It has been six years since baseball’s superstars faced off in the sport’s version of a World Cup. The U.S., Japan, the Dominican Republic and others are top contenders.