Canada defeated Cuba 7-2, advancing past the first round of the World Baseball Classic for the first time, with key contributions from Abraham Toro, Otto Lopez, and the Naylor brothers. James Paxton struck out six in relief, while Canada capitalized on Cuba’s three errors and poor fielding. With this win, Canada topped Group A and eliminated Cuba, who faced their first first-round exit. Canada and Puerto Rico are set to meet in the quarterfinals this weekend in Houston.
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Canada defeats Cuba 7-2, advances in World Baseball Classic
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