Trending Now - USA Baseball Faces Scrutiny as Roster Changes Before Canada Game
WHO:
Mark DeRosa, Team USA manager, stated, "Jack Hughes sent the boys a nice little fire-up message that I put out on their group chat," during a Thursday press conference ahead of the game against Canada.
Team USA captain Aaron Judge mentioned on "The Pat McAfee Show," "Boys were fired up," referring to Hughes' motivational message.
Mark DeRosa, Team USA manager
Aaron Judge, Team USA captain
Jack Hughes, U.S. hockey player
Team USA baseball players
Team Canada baseball players
Jack Hughes, U.S. hockey player
Mark DeRosa, Team USA manager
Aaron Judge, Team USA captain
Owen Caissie, Canadian outfielder
Abraham Toro, Canadian third baseman
Josh Naylor and Bo Naylor, Canadian players
Ernie Whitt, Team Canada manager
Team USA baseball players
Jack Hughes, U.S. hockey player
Mark DeRosa, Team USA manager
Aaron Judge, Team USA captain
Team Canada baseball players
Logan Webb, U.S. starting pitcher
Mike Soroka, Canadian starting pitcher
Owen Caissie, Canadian outfielder
Abraham Toro, Canadian third baseman
Josh Naylor and Bo Naylor, Canadian players
WHAT:
Team USA scored 15 runs in their game against Brazil, winning 15-5.
Team Canada scored a total of 21 runs in pool play, achieving the most wins in their history in the World Baseball Classic.
Team Canada secured their quarterfinal spot with a 7-2 win over Cuba on March 11th, 2026.
DeRosa stated, "I have an undying passion for it and an undying belief in every guy on this roster," during an in-game interview.
Team USA's last game was a loss to Italy, 8-6, which raised questions about DeRosa's management decisions.
Team USA added three relievers to their roster: Tigers RHP Will Vest, Blue Jays RHP Tyler Rogers, and Yankees LHP Tim Hill.
Tarik Skubal, who pitched three innings for Team USA on March 7th, 2026, has left the tournament to return to Tigers camp.
Team Canada achieved the most wins in their history in the World Baseball Classic with a total of 21 runs scored in pool play.
Team USA is preparing for a quarterfinal matchup against Team Canada in the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC).
Team USA finished pool play with a record of 3-1.
Team Canada won Pool A with a record of 3-1, marking their first advancement to the WBC quarterfinals since the tournament's inception in 2006.
Jack Hughes sent a motivational message to Team USA players before the game.
Team USA's last game was a loss to Italy, 8-6.
Team USA's probable starting pitcher is Logan Webb.
Team Canada's probable starting pitcher is Mike Soroka.
The game is scheduled for March 13th, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET at Daikin Park.
WHERE:
Daikin Park, Houston, Texas
Pool A, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Pool B, Houston, Texas
WHEN:
Team USA's game against Canada is scheduled for March 13th, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET.
Team USA's loss to Italy occurred on March 10th, 2026.
The quarterfinal game against Canada is scheduled for March 13th, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET.
Team USA's last game was on March 11th, 2026, against Italy.
Team Canada secured their quarterfinal spot on March 11th, 2026, with a win over Cuba.
The quarterfinal game is on March 13th, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET.
Team USA's last game was on March 11th, 2026.
Team Canada secured their quarterfinal spot on March 11th, 2026, with a win over Cuba.
WHY:
Team USA advanced to the quarterfinals due to Italy's win over Mexico on March 11th, 2026, which allowed them to move on despite their loss to Italy.
Team USA advanced to the quarterfinals due to Italy's win over Mexico on March 11th, 2026.
Team USA needed Italy to win against Mexico on March 11th, 2026, to advance to the quarterfinals after their loss to Italy.
Team USA needed Italy to win against Mexico to advance to the quarterfinals after their loss to Italy.
Jack Hughes reached out to Team USA to provide encouragement following the success of the U.S. hockey teams in the Olympics.
HOW:
Team USA added three relievers to their roster: Tigers RHP Will Vest, Blue Jays RHP Tyler Rogers, and Yankees LHP Tim Hill, replacing Tarik Skubal, Michael Wacha, and Ryan Yarbrough.
DeRosa responded to criticism regarding his management during the tournament, emphasizing his belief in the team's talent.
Jack Hughes sent a motivational message to Team USA players via group chat before the quarterfinal game against Canada.
Jack Hughes sent a message via group chat to Team USA players.
Team USA's strategy involves utilizing their star-studded lineup and strong pitching staff to advance in the tournament.
(UPDATED March 14, 2026 05:20 UTC)
In a Thursday press conference, Team USA manager Mark DeRosa revealed that Jack Hughes inspired the team with a motivational message ahead of their game against Canada, which is set for 8 p.m. ET today. Team USA recently secured their spot in the quarterfinals after a strong performance against Brazil, winning 15 to 5, while Team Canada also made headlines by achieving the most wins in their history at the World Baseball Classic with a recent victory over Cuba. To bolster their roster, Team USA has added three relievers, including Tigers right-hander Will Vest and Blue Jays right-hander Tyler Rogers, as they prepare for this crucial matchup.
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(UPDATED March 14, 2026 03:42 UTC)
In a recent in-game interview, Team USA manager Mark DeRosa expressed his unwavering passion for the team and confidence in his players, despite facing criticism after their loss to Italy, 8-6, last Monday. Fortunately for Team USA, they advanced to the quarterfinals thanks to Italy's victory over Mexico on March 11, and they are set to face Canada tonight at 8 p.m. ET. Captain Aaron Judge and U.S. hockey player Jack Hughes will be looking to rally the team as they aim for a strong performance in this crucial matchup.
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(UPDATED March 13, 2026 17:09 UTC)
In a busy day for baseball, Team USA has added three relievers to their roster, including Tigers right-hander Will Vest and Yankees left-hander Tim Hill, while Tarik Skubal has left the tournament to return to Tigers camp. Meanwhile, Team Canada celebrated a historic achievement with 21 runs scored in pool play, marking their most wins ever in the World Baseball Classic, and secured their quarterfinal spot with a victory over Cuba last Monday. Ahead of the highly anticipated quarterfinal matchup against Canada, U.S. hockey player Jack Hughes sent a motivational message to Team USA players via group chat to rally their spirits.
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(UPDATED March 13, 2026 13:19 UTC)
Today, Team USA baseball is gearing up for a crucial quarterfinal matchup against Team Canada in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, set to take place at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas, at 8 p.m. ET. After finishing pool play with a record of 3-1, Team USA is looking to bounce back from their recent loss to Italy, while Team Canada also holds a 3-1 record, marking their first advancement to the quarterfinals since 2006. In a show of support, U.S. hockey player Jack Hughes sent a motivational message to the baseball team, encouraging them as they prepare to face off against Canadian pitchers Mike Soroka and their lineup featuring players like Owen Caissie and Abraham Toro.