Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni mentioned Italy’s World Baseball Classic win over the USA in her speech to the Italian Parliament pic.twitter.com/URjNVdgOGO
Such a special group. Millions of people watched us from Italy over the past few days. That’s always been and always will be the goal, to the keep growing the game. Thank you everyone for all the support. Forza Italia! 🤌🇮🇹❤️ pic.twitter.com/gSBzQ8WJVf
On Wednesday night, @VPasquantino and Team Italy's dominant win over Mexico drew 2 million viewers across FS1 and FOX Deportes — delivering the most-watched non-USA WBC Pool Play telecast ever. ☕️
8500+ MLB games, 2 WS, 5 NL pennants, 24 playoff teams, yet the last 2 weeks were the best of my many baseball days. Improbable, yet possible; unbelievable; yet real. Team 🇮🇹 to WBC semis/ led by Mgr Francisco Cervelli and captain Vinnie P. #memories for life; Forza Italia 🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/z1MWM9i3pc
WBC SEMIFINAL VIEWERSHIP: Venezuela's win over Italy in Monday's #WorldBaseballClassic semifinal knocked in 3.8 million viewers across FS1 and FOX Deportes — marking the most-watched non-USA WBC game ever.
One of the most emotional interviews I can remember after a @WBCBaseball game. Verona native Samuel Aldegheri, in English and Italian, spoke about the meaning of the victory today. @MLBNetwork @Angels 🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/wjsERLg7qi
Just so everyone knows the proceeds from this will be going to SAARC. Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center. They provide service for children, teens and adults with autism. This was a group decision because this center has helped some people that are apart of our team.… https://t.co/WsK8KzVvDS
My favorite part of the WBC from a Padres fan perspective was someone like Ron Marinaccio getting into the highest leverage situation he’s ever gotten into. He’s never pitched in the playoffs before but this situation was playoff like. Invaluable experience for him. pic.twitter.com/QtVdGvtXO3
— Giannis Auntiegotapoodle (@TooMuchMortons_) March 18, 2026
Ron Marinaccio talks to @SammyLev about pitching for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic and his mindset as he returns to Padres spring training. pic.twitter.com/ZgbGGPjYki
— Baseball Performance Center (@The_BPCsj) March 9, 2026
#Pirates LHP Joe La Sorsa is a name generating buzz with an upward mobility clause at the end of spring training, after a successful stint for Team Italy.
La Sorsa pitched in 4 of 6 games for Italy, striking out MLB stars like Kyle Schwarber and Jarren Duran.
Joe La Sorsa pitched for Italy in the World Baseball Classic and had the perfect Italian explanation of what it was like to lean into the country’s culture.
"Very prideful. We're very passionate people as Italian Americans" (as one myself can confirm) "I think we're the most fun team to watch outside of Team USA"#Guardians Matt Festa on Team Italy in @WBCBaseball and an important update on their espresso machine #GuardsBall@WEWSpic.twitter.com/PJ3p5NTp7I
— Guardians Prospective (@CleGuardPro) March 8, 2026
Guardians Matt Festa struck out Gunnar Henderson, retired Aaron Judge, but then gave up 3 singles to Schwarber, Will Smith, and Roman Anthony (RBI), ending his outing for Team Italy 🇮🇹 last night. Italy still defeated Team USA 🇺🇸 8-6. #GuardsBall#WBC2026#WorldBaseballClassic
Head coach Kevin Mulvey checks in with former Wildcat Gordon Graceffo and current @cardinals and Team Italy pitcher after an exciting win last night over Team USA as he gears up for tonight’s game against Mexico#GoNovapic.twitter.com/r3aB7hcazD
Adam Ottavino will pitch for Team Italy in the 2026 WBC within the same pool as Team USA.@JackCurryYES & Ottavino discuss his preparations for the WBC, his career numbers vs. Aaron Judge, and more. pic.twitter.com/tR2b1upCRo
— World Baseball Classic (@WBCBaseball) March 8, 2026
J.J. D'Orazio chats with @jonmorosi about homering in his squad's win over Great Britain, the growth of youth baseball in Italy and more 🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/MavYFkq0oL
Free agent INF/OF Jon Berti is generating @MLB interest after posting a 1.132 OPS with Team Italy at the @WBCBaseball.
Ten teams have checked in, given Berti's bat and versatility. He intends to sign with a contender that needs him to play multiple positions. @MLBNetwork
🗣️: “Es algo surrealista” Jon Berti conversó con Ariadna Ibarra tras la victoria de #Italia ante #México, con la que aseguraron el primer lugar del grupo. El infielder insistió en que el objetivo siempre ha sido ganar.
Team Italy and Canadian-born outfielder Dante Nori is named to the #WorldBaseballClassic all-tournament team.
During Italy's six-game run to the semifinals, Nori carried a 1.185 OPS with eight hits, two homers, six RBIs and two stolen bases.pic.twitter.com/BUABjvLa5w
— World Baseball Classic (@WBCBaseball) March 8, 2026
#WhiteSox@KyleTeel9 tells me his hamstring is "getting better a lot faster than we all anticipated" and a return on earlier end of 4-to-6 week timeline is likely. We also talked about his WBC experience, Italian meals growing up & the Sox version of a dugout espresso machine. pic.twitter.com/1JP2kmsspE
"I would like to think that it's a good trait that I have…I have no problem going up to [veterans] and acting like we're on the same level. They were very welcoming."@ChuckGarfien caught up with Sam Antonacci to chat all things WBC and what he learned from the experience pic.twitter.com/8i3YpeUOre
En route to Team Italy's 8-0 victory on Saturday, Zach Dezenzo (Frederick '21 / @mvscrappers '22) drove in the first run of the game on a 1️⃣0️⃣1️⃣.7️⃣ mph single! 🚀 🇮🇹
"Se dio la oportunidad en este momento y estoy aquí para ayudar al equipo". 🗣️⚾
Brayan Rocchio no pudo sumarse a Italia al inicio del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol debido a compromisos personales y con Cleveland Guardians, pero reveló que durante la temporada muerta estuvo siempre… pic.twitter.com/2tJIahWgIb
Left-hander Joe Jacques, who is competing for a job in Mets camp, has been added to Team Italy's roster for the WBC, per source. He'll be active for the semifinal Monday against Venezuela.
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