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๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Taiwan President Meets Sadaharu Oh, Awards Medal: 'A Hero Known to All in the Baseball World'

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te awarded a medal to baseball legend Sadaharu Oh, recognizing his contributions to baseball development and exchange between Taiwan and Japan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

An Hyun-min's grand slam and Kim Do-young's back-to-back home runs lead the WBC team to a 16-6 victory over Samsung

The WBC baseball team, led by An Hyun-min's grand slam and Kim Do-young's back-to-back home runs, achieved a significant training game victory over Samsung.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Shohei Ohtani Returns, Joins Samurai Japan, Focuses on Designated Hitter Role in the Tournament

Shohei Ohtani has returned to Japan to join the national baseball team, Samurai Japan, for the World Baseball Classic, where he will focus exclusively on playing as a designated hitter.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Pokรฉmon Collaborates with Professional Baseball and JOC, Characters to Liven Up Events

Pokรฉmon has teamed up with Japan's 12 professional baseball teams and the Japan Olympic Committee (JOC) to host events celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Sports

Paul Skenes wants Team USA to 'assert our dominance over everyone else' in WBC after seeing Olympic success

Paul Skenes expresses his desire for Team USA to continue its dominance in baseball following the U.S. success in the Winter Olympics.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:52 UTC
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Sports

Reigning Cy Young Award limiting time with Team USA in World Baseball Classic: 'There's some risk'

Tarik Skubal, the two-time reigning AL Cy Young Award winner, will only participate in one start for Team USA during the World Baseball Classic, prioritizing his commitments to the Detroit Tigers.

Feb 25 โ€ข 23:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Sports

Pirates ace Paul Skenes reveals patriotic reason for representing Team USA in the World Baseball Classic

Paul Skenes, pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, expresses his patriotic motivation for representing Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, honoring U.S. servicemen and women.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

First there was k-pop, now there's k-ball

Australia has become a training ground for South Korea's major baseball teams, hosting a third of the KBO League's teams this year for training camps.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
Crime & Justice

Fight in Skien: Hit with a baseball bat, knuckleduster, and gun

A serious fight in Skien, Norway, resulted in a victim being assaulted with various weapons, including a baseball bat and a gun, leading to hospital transport with unspecified injuries.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

WBC Manager Ryu Ji-hyun: "Pitchers are building up... Batters' expectations are rising"

Ryu Ji-hyun, the manager of the WBC team, emphasizes the progress of the pitchers and the rising expectations for the batters based on recent practice game outcomes.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Hiroshima Carp Terminates Contract with Ryutaro Hazuki, Indicted Over 'Zombie Tobacco'

The Hiroshima Carp baseball team announced the termination of infielder Ryutaro Hazuki's contract due to his indictment for violating pharmaceutical regulations related to a substance known as 'zombie tobacco.'

Feb 25 โ€ข 02:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Munetaka Murakami Experiences Cultural Immersion: Words from Yuki Ishikawa

Japanese baseball player Munetaka Murakami is adjusting to his first year in the MLB with the Chicago White Sox, facing various cultural challenges and achieving success on the field.

Feb 24 โ€ข 21:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Sad FC Baseball News for Fans: "I Want to Sincerely Apologize"

FC Baseball's concert in Kaunas has been cancelled due to the inability to reach an agreement with other organizers, and the frontman expresses sincere apologies to fans awaiting the event.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Actor Stephen Amell on why he loves returning to Canada for work

Stephen Amell expresses his deep connection to Canada and his enduring support for the Toronto Blue Jays while reflecting on the emotional impact of baseball.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Darvish's Devoted Actions and Humanity Showcased in Samurai Japan's Miyazaki Training Camp

During the WBC training camp, Yu Darvish's commitment and knowledge greatly benefited the Japanese national baseball team.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Park Hae-min hits 3 singlesโ€™ WBC team wins against Kia... three consecutive wins after losing one practice match

The South Korean national baseball team, led by manager Ryu Ji-hyun, maintained their momentum by achieving a comeback victory against the Kia Tigers in a practice match.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

What 'Preparation Power' Is Required from Domestic Pitchers for WBC Suitability Tests

The Samurai Japan baseball team is reassessing its pitching strategy due to injuries among relief pitchers, emphasizing the need for domestic pitchers to demonstrate 'preparation power' for the World Baseball Classic.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Kwak Bin's 155 km/h Fastball + Noh Si-Hwan and Moon Bo-Kyung's Two-run Home Runs... WBC Team Takes Comeback Victory Against Hanwha

The 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) team achieved a comeback victory against the Hanwha Eagles in a practice match, winning 7-4 with notable home runs from players Noh Si-Hwan and Moon Bo-Kyung.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Shohei Ohtani Returns to Japan, Says He'll Participate in WBC if Mike Trout Joins

Shohei Ohtani wraps up his final practice session with the Dodgers before heading to Japan to join the Samurai Japan team for the upcoming World Baseball Classic (WBC).

Feb 23 โ€ข 02:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Darvish Saved Me from Social Withdrawal: 'Amazing' Becomes a Vital Force for Living

A man reflects on how a message from baseball player Yu Darvish helped him recover from severe depression and social withdrawal.

Feb 23 โ€ข 02:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Noh Si-hwan signs contract with Hanwha worth up to 1.03 billion USD for a maximum of 11 years

Noh Si-hwan has signed a record 11-year contract worth 307 million USD with Hanwha Eagles, making him the highest-paid player in KBO history.

Feb 22 โ€ข 23:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Yuki Matsui of the Padres withdraws from WBC due to lower body issue during camp

Yuki Matsui, a pitcher for the MLB's San Diego Padres, has withdrawn from the upcoming World Baseball Classic (WBC) due to a left hip issue reported during his training camp in Arizona.

Feb 22 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

American Dream on the Way: He is Venezuelan and at only 11 years old has already secured a million-dollar contract to live in the U.S.

An 11-year-old Venezuelan boy, David Basabe, has made headlines after reportedly securing a pre-agreement worth 1.8 million dollars with the Philadelphia Phillies, making him the youngest player to achieve such a milestone in Major League Baseball (MLB).

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

First Actual Match of WBC Training Camp: The Beginning of the Process to Reduce the Sense of Discomfort with the Pitch Clock

The Samurai Japan team held a practice match against SoftBank, winning 13-3 as they prepare for the WBC in March, while players navigated the new pitch clock rules.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Kenta Maeda and Yusei Kikuchi join Samurai Japan for WBC, unaffected by jet lag

Pitchers Tomoyuki Sugano and Yusei Kikuchi have joined Samurai Japan for the World Baseball Classic despite the challenges of jet lag.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Sports

Bryce Harper hits back at Olympians who are indifferent about representing United States

Bryce Harper expresses pride in representing the United States after some Olympians conveyed indifference about their national representation.

Feb 21 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Baseball legend Bill Mazeroski dead at 89

Bill Mazeroski, the Baseball Hall of Famer known for his memorable walk-off home run in the 1960 World Series, has passed away at the age of 89.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

International Matches Require Quick Preparation: What is Kousuke Kondo's Ideal Batting Order?

Kousuke Kondo of Samurai Japan discusses the challenges of preparing for international baseball matches with limited time, emphasizing his successful adaptability in the lineup.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Who is the center fielder for Samurai Japan? The responsibility of using Seiya Suzuki, who is not in his usual position

The article discusses the challenges and performances of Japanese baseball players, particularly Seiya Suzuki, during the MLB spring training and ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

Feb 21 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Anticipation for the World Baseball Classic and when Colombia vs. Puerto Rico will debut

As the World Baseball Classic approaches, excitement builds for the match between Colombia and Puerto Rico, which will take place on March 6.

Feb 21 โ€ข 01:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

20 Pitches Disappeared from Hiroto Takahashi's Memory: Keep My Feet on the Ground for the Second WBC

Hiroto Takahashi, Japan's young baseball star, embraces his role in the national team as he prepares intensively for the World Baseball Classic (WBC) amid high expectations.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Sports

MLB star Bryce Harper wants more fighting in baseball: 'If you want to go, you want to go'

Bryce Harper advocates for more fighting in baseball, viewing it as a way to address tensions on the field.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

This summer's high school baseball will be played in 9 innings, discussions on 7 innings continue

The Japan High School Baseball Federation has decided to hold the upcoming national championship in nine innings, although discussions about implementing a seven-inning format will continue.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

WBC National Team Loses 3-4 in Practice Game Against Samsung; Ryu Hyun-jin to Start Against Hanwha on 21st

The WBC national team lost 3-4 in their practice game against the Samsung Lions, with promising performances from young players.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ulsan Whales-Lotte Giants to Open Futures League on December 20 at Munsoo Baseball Stadium

The Ulsan Whales, a newly formed team, will make their debut in the Futures League against the Lotte Giants on December 20.

Feb 20 โ€ข 01:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The luxury paradise of Ronald Acuรฑa Jr. in Venezuela: this is the baseball player's house that shines in Major League Baseball

Venezuelan baseball player Ronald Acuรฑa Jr. showcases the luxury and privacy of his lavish home in La Sabana, Venezuela, designed for family comfort.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

WBC Representative Team Loses Closer O'Brien to Injury, Kim Taek-yeon Selected as Replacement

The South Korean baseball team for the WBC has been hit by another injury, losing closer Riley O'Brien and replacing him with Kim Taek-yeon ahead of their training camp in Japan.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Sports

A Familiar Face! Rafael Devers Would Face Sultanes Again, Now with Giants

Rafael Devers, now with the San Francisco Giants, is set to face the Sultanes in friendly games after previously playing with the Boston Red Sox.

Feb 19 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Sports

MLB would implement robot umpire for the 2026 season

The Mexican Baseball League plans to adopt an Automated Ball-Strike System for the 2026 season to align with Major League Baseball.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Athlete Salaries in America: Messi Earns Much Less than Basketball, Baseball, and American Football Stars

Recent data reveals that Lionel Messi's salary is significantly lower than top players in other American sports, such as basketball and American football.

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

When is a Judge Still a Judge

The article discusses the challenges and perceptions surrounding judges and their decisions in the legal system, drawing an analogy with baseball umpires.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Video: When asked to move aside, goons attacked the young man and woman in the car

In Greater Noida, goons attacked a group of young people in a car using baseball bats and hockey sticks after they honked to ask them to move aside.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Sports

Omar Renterรญa is back to compete for a place on the Sultanes de Monterrey

Omar Renterรญa has returned to compete for a catching position on the Sultanes de Monterrey roster after recovering from a shoulder injury.

Feb 17 โ€ข 22:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Sports

Mike Trout gives the $35 million reason why he will not play for Team USA in World Baseball Classic

Mike Trout has opted out of playing for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic due to concerns about his contract insurance and his significant salary.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Snapshots in February: Pictures of the Day

A tropical cyclone has caused destruction in Madagascar, while various cultural celebrations take place in La Paz, Bolivia, and unusual animal behavior is observed in Florida.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Dispute over Honking Leads to Brutal Beating of Young Men and Women, Hindu Organizations Say, Now...

A violent incident in Greater Noida West where young men and women were brutally beaten with a baseball bat over a dispute regarding honking has sparked widespread protests from Hindu and social organizations demanding strict action against the perpetrators.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Entering Combat Mode in the Second Phase: Samurai Japan Aims for Consecutive WBC Championships

Samurai Japan is intensifying its preparations as it aims for its second consecutive World Baseball Classic title, entering a critical phase of training and strategy.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Seiya Suzuki, Who Can Tease Shohei Ohtani, Calls WBC a 'Festival,' and His Unique Role is Unmatched

Seiya Suzuki views the upcoming World Baseball Classic (WBC) as a celebratory event while preparing for a significant season with the Cubs.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Sports

In Miami: Expectation for the World Baseball Classic and the Record Match between Venezuela and the Dominican Republic

The upcoming game between Venezuela and the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic has generated immense excitement, especially as it sets a record for ticket prices.

Feb 16 โ€ข 23:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Baseball returns to Walmart Park with young players' camp

A training camp for 23 young baseball players is taking place at Walmart Park as they prepare for the new season with the Sultanes team.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:53 UTC

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