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The 2026 World Baseball Classic is underway. Here's how things are shaping up.

Here's how the pools are shaping up at the WBC.

Here are some of our favorite home run celebrations from the 2026 World Baseball Classic so far.

Japan and Mexico, among others, brought an extra oomph of creativity to the World Baseball Classic this spring.

Aaron Judge and the United States enter the 2026 World Baseball Classic as the favorites to win it.

The full schedule for the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, along with Team USA’s full roster and history in the event.

Aaron Judge and USA are huge favorites against Brazil.

USA vs. Brazil betting odds, how to watch, probable pitchers, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Friday, March 6.

Netherlands second baseman Ozzie Albies hit a walk-off, three-run home run to be Nicaragua on Saturday, and called the moment one of the biggest of his career.

The Netherlands slugger blasted a walk-off home run against Nicaragua in Saturday’s game—and shared where the moment ranked among his career accomplishments.

Logan Allen and Panama are underdogs against Cuba.

Cuba vs. Panama betting odds, probable pitchers, how to watch, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Friday, March 5.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. went 0-for-5 in Great Britain’s WBC opener against Mexico.

The Yankees’ infielder will play against Aaron Judge and Team USA on Saturday night.

Shohei Ohtani became the first player in WBC history to have five RBI in a single inning.

The Dodgers superstar continued his hot hitting in the WBC by fueling a 10-run inning for Japan.

Juan Soto and the Dominican Republic are big favorites against Nicaragua.

Nicaragua vs. Dominican Republic betting odds, how to watch, probable pitchers, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Friday, March 6.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Japan are big favorites against Chinese Taipei.

Japan vs. Chinese Taipei betting odds, probable pitchers, how to watch, and picks and predictions for the World Baseball Classic on Friday, March 6.

Venezuela’s Maikel Garcia, left, and Luis Arráez celebrate Friday’s win over the Netherlands.

Venezuela’s win over the Netherlands on Friday provided a reminder of how the sport used to be played—and how much pride the players carry for their countries.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Great Britain are underdogs against Mexico.

Mexico vs. Great Britain betting odds, how to watch, probable pitchers, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Friday, March 6.

Seth Lugo and Puerto Rico are favorites against Colombia.

Puerto Rico vs. Colombia betting odds, how to watch, probable pitchers, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Friday, March 6.

Thompson is playing in his second World Baseball Classic for Team GB.

Yes, that is Klay Thompson’s brother out there.

Ceddanne Rafaela and the Netherlands are underdogs against Venezuela.

Netherlands vs. Venezuela betting odds, how to watch, probable pitchers, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Friday, March 6.

Jahmai Jones hit one of four homers for Korea in an 11-4 victory over Czechia.

Four home runs helped Korea post a lopsided victory over Czechia in the WBC opener.

Japan designated hitter Shohei Ohtani and his team could be in for a worse performance at the World Baseball Classic in 2026.

Several countries will bring their best rosters ever to this edition, which could upend the typical hierarchy.

Turang smacked a bases-clearing double to blow the game open in the fifth inning.

Follow along with Sports Illustrated as the U.S. begins its 2026 World Baseball Classic journey on Friday night.

Shohei Ohtani clinched the last out for Japan in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Losing the 2023 final to Japan has raised the stakes for the best American players this time around.

Shohei Ohtani led Team Japan to a victory in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, authoring a performance for the ages at the plate and on the mound.

Let's go around the diamond and pick the best performers from the first five iterations of the World Baseball Classic.

Aaron Judge is one of several big stars who will play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

The international tournament begins on Wednesday, seeking to build on a thrilling 2023 edition.

Alexander Wells and Australia are underdogs against Chinese Taipei in the World Baseball Classic opener.

Chinese Taipei vs. Australia betting odds, probable pitchers, how to watch, and picks and predictions for the World Baseball Classic on Wednesday, March 4.

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Schwarber smacked a go-ahead two-run homer in Team USA’s WBC matchup against Great Britain on Saturday night.

Follow along as Sports Illustrated live blogs the WBC matchup between Team USA and Great Britain.

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Yadier Molina will manage Team Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic for a second straight time.

Two Baseball Hall of Famers and a former perennial All-Star are now skippers in the dugout at the World Baseball Classic.

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Paul Skenes will start Team USA's third game with Logan Webb and Tarik Skubal set to throw in the first two.

Star-studded group includes Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes.

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Shane Lowry lost the Cognizant Classic down the stretch in a memorable edition of a tournament that is in a challenging spot on the current PGA Tour schedule

Bob Harig writes that the Florida Swing opener should be respected as the Tour reimagines its schedule. Plus Zach Johnson and major berths being secured.

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. will be a key piece of Team USA’s loaded roster.

From sluggers leading the charge on offense to hurlers who’ll be pushing up against their pitch counts, these players could determine the fate of their teams.

Shohei Ohtani celebrates Japan's victory at the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Which countries have performed the best on baseball's biggest international stage?

Korea is one of the few teams to break free of a common template, but where do their uniforms stack up in our list?

Which countries were able to break free of a common template?

USA designated hitter Kyle Schwarber hits a home run in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

The Americans are the favorites to take home gold, but it’s far from a done deal.

Nico Echavarria's fist pump after a birdie at the 17th Sunday flipped the script and powered him to a third PGA Tour title.

A three-shot lead evaporated in two holes for Shane Lowry, opening the door for Nico Echavarria to win for the third time on the PGA Tour.

Ohtani helped lead Japan to a World Baseball Classic title in 2023.

Just look at how the fans in Japan reacted when Ohtani arrived ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

Brooks Koepka has had his best finish since returning to the PGA Tour at the Cognizant Classic.

After a "breakthrough" with the putter Thursday night, he steadily climbed up the leaderboard and feels he can ride the momentum into the Players Championship.

Yankees pitcher Ryan Yarbrough joined Team USA for the World Baseball Classic.

Yarbrough is replacing Twins pitcher Joe Ryan as he deals with a back injury.

Shane Lowry is favored to win the Cognizant Classic.

Breaking down the latest odds to win the 2026 Cognizant Classic ahead of Sunday's fourth and final round.

The Cognizant Classic's field has suffered in recent years due to the signature event model.

Under new PGA Tour leadership, drastic schedule changes are looming, generating mixed feelings. What does that mean for lower-tier tournaments and players?

Shohei Ohtani and Japan won the 2023 World Baseball Classic and are among the favorites in 2026.

Who can really challenge Japan and the U.S.?

Brooks Koepka fought to make the cut at the Cognizant Classic.

Despite hitting it "worse" than Round 1, Koepka went low in Round 2 to make the cut in his home tournament. He also had strong words about making the cut.

Billy Horschel got into it with a fan Friday at the Cognizant Classic.

The eight-time PGA Tour winner caught some strays from the gallery about comments he made about PGA National earlier in the week.

Teams will be competing to take home this trophy at the 2026 Winter Baseball Classic.

Fox Sports has announced its talent roster for the tournament.