In a decisive quarterfinal match of the World Baseball Classic, Austin Wells propelled the Dominican Republic to a 10-0 victory over Korea with a three-run homer in the seventh inning, enforcing the tournament’s mercy rule. This win marked the D.R.’s first semifinal appearance since 2013, where they previously claimed the championship. Manager Albert Pujols praised the team’s unique energy and cultural pride, echoed by outfielder Julio Rodriguez, who emphasized the significance of representing their country. The Dominican Republic will face Team USA-Canada in the semifinals on Sunday.
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Austin Wells hits walk-off homer, Dominican Republic reaches WBC semifinals
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