Trending Now - Mason Miller's Status for WBC Final Remains Uncertain

WHO:

Mason Miller, All-Star closer for the San Diego Padres

Craig Stammen, manager of the San Diego Padres

Mark DeRosa, manager of Team USA for the World Baseball Classic

Andy Pettitte, part of Team USA's coaching staff

Team USA, competing in the World Baseball Classic

WHAT:

Mason Miller's availability for the World Baseball Classic championship game on March 17th, 2026, is to be determined.

Miller secured the final six outs in Team USA's 2-1 victory over the Dominican Republic in the semifinals.

Miller has thrown 35 pitches over 100 mph and recorded 10 strikeouts in four innings during the tournament.

Miller has secured saves in two of Team USA's victories.

WHERE:

Padres' spring training camp in Arizona

loanDepot Park, Miami, Florida

WHEN:

Decision on Miller's availability will be made on March 17th, 2026.

Miller's last pitch to the Dominican Republic was on March 15th, 2026.

WHY:

The decision on Miller's availability depends on how he feels after evaluating his performance and health.

HOW:

Craig Stammen stated that they evaluate pitchers after their outings to determine their readiness for the next game.

Miller expressed a desire to pitch but acknowledged the need to be smart about his health.

(UPDATED March 17, 2026 01:32 UTC)

Mason Miller's availability for the World Baseball Classic championship game today is still to be determined, following his impressive performance in the semifinals where he secured the final six outs in Team USA's narrow 2-1 victory over the Dominican Republic. Miller, who has thrown 35 pitches over 100 mph and recorded 10 strikeouts during the tournament, expressed his eagerness to pitch but emphasized the importance of being smart about his health. The decision on whether he will take the mound will be made later today, as manager Craig Stammen evaluates Miller's performance and overall readiness.