Fox Sports released Benetti from his contract early to facilitate the move to NBC, according to Front Office Sports. Despite the transition, he will continue as the lead play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Tigers and is expected to call other sports for NBC. This marks a reunion for Benetti and NBC.

Javier Assad’s performance for Mexico in the last World Baseball Classic three years ago helped the pitcher cement his case for inclusion on the Cubs’ Opening Day roster. The righty is once again on the international stage while also competing for a place in Chicago’s pitching staff.

The Atlanta Braves' switch-hitting second baseman delivered a moment in the World Baseball Classic that players grow up dreaming about.

MLB fans are going crazy over Ozzie Albies' clutch walk-off home run in the World Baseball Classic on Saturday.

The 2026 MLB season and World Baseball Classic dates are set. Find out when your favorite teams play their first games.

Bryce Harper went 1-for-5 with a walk in Friday's 15-5 win for Team USA against Team Brazil in World Baseball Classic pool play. Alex Slitz / The Athletic has live coverage of USA vs. Great Britain in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

The current Major League Baseball Collective Bargaining Agreement is set to expire on Dec. 1 following the 2026 season. According to San Diego Padres star Jake

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Japan looks for a repeat while Team USA looks for revenge in the latest edition of the WBC. Here's everything you need to know to watch.