Yoshinobu Yamamoto allows lead-off home run as Venezuela scores in the first inning for the fifth consecutive game
Japanese ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto gave up a lead-off home run to Ronald Acuña Jr. of Venezuela, contributing to Venezuela's streak of scoring in the first inning for five straight games during the WBC quarter-finals.
Korea Baseball Team Advances to Quarterfinals for the First Time in 17 Years, Loses to Dominican Republic in 7-inning Cold Game
The South Korean baseball team faced a heavy defeat against the Dominican Republic, losing 0-10 in a cold game during the 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, marking the end of their journey after reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 17 years.
Yoshida Masanao, the 4th batter who changed the heavy atmosphere with a single swing, even when Otani and Suzuki lacked energy
Yoshida Masanao delivered a crucial two-run homer in the seventh inning to turn the tide for Japan during a tense match, despite underwhelming performances from other stars like Otani and Suzuki.
Korea, with 4 hits, loses to Taiwan in extra innings after 'empty' performance
Korea faced Taiwan in the World Baseball Classic, losing 4-5 in an extra-inning match held in Tokyo where the majority of fans were Taiwanese.
Starting Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi Allows 3 Runs in the First Inning - WBC Match Against Korea, Same Scenario as Previous Tournament
Yusei Kikuchi, Japan's starting pitcher, allowed three runs in the first inning against Korea during the WBC, paralleling an experience from the last tournament.
Aaron Judge leads Team USA to World Baseball Classic opener win over Brazil
Aaron Judge propelled Team USA to victory in its opener against Brazil in the World Baseball Classic, hitting a two-run homer in the first inning.
Shohei Ohtani opens World Baseball Classic with explosive grand slam as Japan annihilates Taiwan
Shohei Ohtani led Team Japan to a dominant 13-0 victory against Taiwan in the opening game of the World Baseball Classic, hitting a grand slam in the second inning.
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.
Municipal Election 2026: Unexpected Competition
Two independent candidates have emerged in Inning, Bavaria, creating competition for the Green Party's official candidate in the upcoming mayoral election.
Algodoneras of Unión Laguna strike first in the series against Sultanes Femenil
Algodoneras of Unión Laguna achieved a 3-0 victory over Sultanes Femenil in the first game of their series, scoring three runs in the second inning.