The World Baseball Classic (WBC) has returned, with Team USA gathering in Arizona, excited to compete after a strong roster of stars, including Pete-Crow Armstrong, Bobby Witt Jr., and Bryce Harper. Players are eager to represent their country, with many seeing it as an honor, while some notable absences include Mookie Betts and Cody Bellinger. Detroit’s Tarik Skubal plans to pitch limited innings, balancing competition with his contract year. Team USA aims for gold after a runner-up finish in 2023, bringing together rising talents and veterans in a high-stakes environment.



