World Baseball Classic Morning Recap: Italy upsets United States to set up a hectic final day
Italy upset the United States 8-6, while Canada defeated Puerto Rico 3-2, setting up critical final group stage games determining World Baseball Classic quarterfinal qualification.
Uh, Did Team USA Manager Mark DeRosa Mistakenly Think His Team Had Already Clinched? Yikes - Bleacher Nation
Team USA lost to Italy 8-6 in the World Baseball Classic, eliminating their control over advancing to quarterfinals, after manager Mark DeRosa mistakenly believed qualification was already secured.
Former Dodger Nearly Played for USA in WBC Loss to Italy
Clayton Kershaw warmed up but did not pitch in Team USA's 8-6 loss to Italy in the World Baseball Classic, leaving the Americans facing potential elimination from the tournament.