Down by a run in the top of the sixth, Abreu came to the plate with nobody out and runners on the corners, knowing a base hit, or even a deep fly ball, would be enough to turn Saturday’s quarterfinal ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, South Korea Nuclear Operators Get US Ex-Im Bank Support
The US Export-Import Bank advanced plans for up to $4.2 billion in financing to support Japanese and South Korean nuclear operators’ purchase of enriched fuel from California-based General Matter.
Venezuela defeats Japan 8-5, knocks out defending WBC champion: Live updates and reaction
Wilyer Abreu's no-doubt three-run home run in the sixth proved the difference as Venezuela upset Shohei Ohtani and Japan ... ( read original story ...)
2026 World Baseball Classic: Venezuela stuns defending champion Japan, advances to semifinals vs. Italy
Japan's World Baseball Classic title defense is over. Saturday night at loanDepot Park in Miami, Venezuela rallied from behind to eliminate Japan ( VEN 8, JPN 5) and advance to the semifinals. ( read original story ...)
Venezuela ousts Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan to advance to WBC semifinals against unbeaten Italy
Venezuela beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan 8-5 in the World Baseball Classic on Saturday night to advance to the semifinals against unbeaten Italy. ( read original story ...)
Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki (knee) exits Japan’s WBC quarterfinal loss
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of right knee discomfort. ( read original story ...)
Wilyer Abreu’s home run powers Venezuela to win over defending champion Japan in WBC quarterfinals
MIAMI — Wilyer Abreu hit a go-ahead, three-run homer after Maikel Garcia sparked the comeback with a two-run shot, and Venezuela beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan 8-5 in the World ... ( read original story ...)
Shohei Ohtani, Japan Eliminated From WBC with Loss to Ronald Acuna Jr., Venezuela as Fans Stunned
Ronald Acuna Jr. and Venezuela advanced to the World Baseball Classic semifinals with an upset win over Shohei Ohtani and defending 2023 champions Japan 8-5 on Saturday. ( read original story ...)
Venezuela knocks out defending champion Japan in World Baseball Classic
Shohei Ohtani and reigning champ Japan faced Venezuela team in WBC quarterfinals. Check out the highlights. ( read original story ...)
World Baseball Classic: Venezuela takes out defending champ Japan, will face Italy in semifinals
Facing defending champion Japan, the Venezuelans took a haymaker and hit back even harder in an 8-5 victory to close the WBC quarterfinals. Their semifinal opponent on Monday will be Italy, which ... ( read original story ...)
Japan vs Venezuela WBC live score: Home runs fly in early slugfest, how to watch
Shohei Ohtani and reigning champ Japan face Venezuela team in WBC quarterfinals. Follow for updates. ( read original story ...)
Japan vs. Venezuela live updates: Maikel Garcia home run narrows deficit to 5-4 in WBC quarterfinal
Japan, looking to win its second consecutive World Baseball Classic, faces Venezuela in the quarterfinals. Leadoff home runs from Ronald Acuña Jr. and Shohei Ohtani in the first inning provided early ... ( read original story ...)
Shohei Ohtani WBC stats: Team Japan superstar blasts 3rd HR of tournament in semifinal vs. Venezuela
Here's a look at how Ohtani has fared in the WBC thus far. ( read original story ...)
Seiya Suzuki injury updates: Latest news on Team Japan OF after limping off field in WBC game vs. Venezuela
Japanese star Seiya Suzuki limped off the field during a World Baseball Classic quarterfinal game against Venezuela. Here's what to know about his status. ( read original story ...)
Venezuela’s Gleyber Torres hits double for first hit of WBC, retaking lead over Japan
Venezuela's Gleyber Torres hit a double for his first hit of WBC to retake the lead over Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Seiya Suzuki leaves WBC quarterfinal after appearing to hurt leg on slide
Japan's Seiya Suzuki left Saturday night's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal against Venezuela after appearing to hurt his right leg while he was caught stealing in the first inning. The Chicago ... ( read original story ...)