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WBC 2026: Team Japan players who could be MLB's next stars

The World Baseball Classic has given fans a chance to see Japan's best players before they hit the majors. Here's who to keep an eye on this year.

U.S. replaces Clayton Kershaw with Jeff Hoffman for WBC semis

Clayton Kershaw will not be on the United States roster for the World Baseball Classic semifinals, with the retired pitcher being replaced by reliever Jeff Hoffman.

Teoscar Hernandez crushes 3-run HR

Teoscar Hernandez opens the game with a 3-run home-run for the Dodgers.

Team USA beats Canada to set up WBC semis showdown vs. D.R.

The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.

D-backs' Gabriel Moreno out with forearm tightness, set for testing

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo says catcher Gabriel Moreno was a late scratch against the Royals because of right forearm tightness and was set for further testing.

Christian Walker homers for the Astros

Christian Walker smacks a home run to give the Astros a 1-0 lead.

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