Dominican Republic center fielder Julio Rodriguez expressed his commitment to winning the World Baseball Classic (WBC) over his MLB team, the Seattle Mariners, highlighting the tournament’s significance for his country and community. This year marks his second WBC appearance, where the D.R. has excelled in pool play, outscoring opponents 41-10. Rodriguez described the atmosphere during a recent game against Venezuela as the “most electric” he has experienced, with teammate Juan Soto sharing the goal of bringing home a championship for the Dominican Republic, which previously won the WBC in 2013.
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