

James Wagner
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Mets Beat Marlins as Justin Verlander Hits Injured List
The ace right-hander Justin Verlander’s being put on the injured list will test the team’s depth, but Max Scherzer and the Mets’ bullpen were enough...

Atlanta Braves Have Hometown Stars in Matt Olson, Michael Harris
Having grown up watching Atlanta dominate baseball, stars from the area like Matt Olson, Michael Harris II and Collin McHugh were eager to continue that...

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.

Jeff McNeil and U.S. Looking Forward to WBC Final
Jeff McNeil of the Mets and other prominent players from the United States are sacrificing playing time in hopes of securing a title.

Trea Turner Leads US Past Cuba and Into World Baseball Classic Final
Trea Turner and a stacked U.S. lineup won in a rout, with protests inside and outside the stadium marking Cuba’s first game in Miami since...

United States Blasts Its Way Into W.B.C. Semifinals
Trea Turner’s grand slam gave the U.S. a come-from-behind win over Venezuela, setting up what should be a tense game against Cuba in Miami.

Cuba Will Play World Baseball Classic Game in Miami
Protests are likely, but some cheers are also expected as the team plays a World Baseball Classic semifinal game in the city with the highest...

Edwin Diaz Injured Celebrating Puerto Rico’s WBC Win
Edwin Díaz had just closed out Puerto Rico’s win over the Dominican Republic when he collapsed to the ground with what appeared to be a...

Miguel Cabrera’s Farewell Tour Starts with Venezuela at WBC
Miguel Cabrera’s fifth and final World Baseball Classic is being played ahead of his 21st and final major league season. He and Venezuela remain undefeated...

Puerto Rico Combines for First Perfect Game in W.B.C. History
Four pitchers threw eight perfect innings against Israel before the game was ended, 10-0, by way of the tournament’s mercy rule.