How Mexico vs. Italy holds future for USA in World Baseball Classic
USAT’s Sam Cardona-Norberg does the math for you on how Team USA can move on in the World Baseball Classic based on the specifics of Mexico vs. Italy.
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Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino had a message for Team USA after helping Team Italy into the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals.
“That was unbelievable, huh?” Pasquantino said in a postgame interview. “You’re welcome, USA. We were thinking of you guys, over at your hotel. We were thinking of you guys, so glad you guys can join us in the party.”
How Team Italy’s win helped Team USA
After losing 8-6 to Italy, Team USA stood at the brink of an early exit from the international tournament. For the U.S. to advance, one of two outcomes needed to happen in Italy’s game against Mexico:
- Italy beats Mexico
- Mexico beats Italy and scores at least five runs
Italy more than delivered in its next matchup, defeating Mexico 9-1 and securing spots for itself and Team USA in the quarterfinals.
Pasquantino, who’s also Italy’s team captain, recorded three home runs in the game, becoming the first player to achieve the feat in WBC history.
When is the next WBC game for Team USA, Italy?
Team USA will face Team Canada in the quarterfinals on Friday, March 13, at 7 p.m. CT.
Team Italy will face Puerto Rico in the quarterfinals on Saturday, March 14, at 2 p.m. CT.
Where can I watch the WBC?
USA vs. Canada
Puerto Rico vs. Italy
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