Team USA

The PGA of America has appointed Jim Furyk to captain the United States Ryder Cup team for the 2027 event at Adare Manor in Ireland. Furyk, returning after a 2018 loss, cited his faith in the current players as the main reason. He will be supported by vice captains Stewart Cink and Justin Leonard.

16 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

Team USA advanced to the World Baseball Classic final with a 2-1 semifinal victory over the Dominican Republic on Sunday night in Miami. Roman Anthony hit the go-ahead solo home run, while Mason Miller sealed the win by striking out Geraldo Perdomo. The game featured standout performances from several under-the-radar players.

The United States and Canada will clash in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Baseball Classic on Friday night at Daikin Park in Houston. This matchup extends the intense rivalry seen in recent Olympic hockey finals, where the U.S. claimed gold in both men's and women's events against Canada. Jack Hughes, hero of the men's hockey victory, has sent a motivational message to Team USA baseball.

12 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

Ahead of their quarterfinal matchup against Canada in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Team USA has swapped out several pitchers from its roster. The changes involve removing starter Tarik Skubal and relievers Michael Wacha and Ryan Yarbrough, while adding relievers Will Vest, Tyler Rogers, and Tim Hill. These adjustments aim to bolster the bullpen for the knockout stage beginning Friday.

Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. served as a credentialed photographer for the 2026 World Baseball Classic in Houston, capturing key plays during Team USA's pool games. His work highlighted the United States' dramatic win over Mexico and the team's subsequent advancement to the quarterfinals. Griffey, who played in the inaugural 2006 tournament, expressed enjoyment in documenting the new generation of stars.

11 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

Following an 8-6 upset loss to undefeated Italy on Tuesday, Team USA's advancement from Pool B in the 2026 World Baseball Classic now rests on Italy's final game against Mexico. At 3-1, the Americans need Italy to win or lose by a high margin to avoid complex tiebreakers.