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World Baseball Classic format, explained: How qualifying, pool play, standings and more work in the WBC

For decades, the World Baseball Classic has been the premiere international event in baseball. While the sport has made Olympic appearances in the past, with a return for the 2028 Summer Olympics, the ...
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Italy, Canada advance to WBC quarterfinals; Dominican Republic wins pool

The Dominican Republic rode its explosive lineup to a win over Venezuela. Carmen Mandato / Getty Images Update: Dominican Republic 7, Venezuela 5 — The most-anticipated matchup of pool play delivered ...