The 2026 World Baseball Classic has kicked off, with South Korea defeating Czechia 11-4 and Australia winning 3-0 against Chinese Taipei. Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña is being evaluated for a finger injury after a WBC exhibition, which could impact Houston’s infield lineup. Notable spring debuts today include Dustin May for the Cardinals and Walker Buehler for the Padres, while Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin returns following back surgery. Australia faces Czechia tonight, with Japan taking on Chinese Taipei early tomorrow morning.
