March 7, 2026

Aaron Judge of the United States giving a salute while running out a homer against Brazil in the 2026 World Baseball Classic

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WBC: United States Rides Big Ninth to Rout of Brazil

Evan M. Thompson, Editor-in-chief
March 7, 2026

General Baseball
World Baseball Classic

United States 15, Brazil 5 HOUSTON — The United States drew 17 walks and cracked 10 hits en route to a 15–5 rout of Brazil in the nightcap of Day One of Pool B in the 2026 World Baseball Classic Friday. Brazil made a valiant showing, led by two homers from Lucas Ramirez — son […]