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Dominican Republic upset by Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic Pool D opener | Flippin' Bats

Ben Verlander and Alex Curry break down Venezuela taking down tournament favorite Dominican Republic in the Pool D opener.

Chinese Taipei vs. Cuba Highlights | 2023 World Baseball Classic

Chinese Taipei took on Cuba in the final game of pool play in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Cubas offense jumped out early, with a two-run double by Alfredo Despaigne and a two-run home run by Erisbel Arruebarrena. Later, Yoan Moncada would add a home run of his own and the lead would be 6-0. Chinese Taipei scored in the ninth but it wasn’t enough to get it done as Cuba would hold on and win 7-1.

Team USA wins their World Baseball Classic debut against Great Britain | Flippin' Bats

Ben Verlander and Alex Curry break down Team USA’s win over Great Britain in their World Baseball Classic 2023 debut.

Pac-12 Final takeaways: Arizona edges UCLA late to claim title

The final featured a remarkable 17 lead changes before the second-seeded Wildcats edged the Bruins 61-59 in the dying embers to capture the conference tournament for the second consecutive year.

Korea vs. Czech Republic Highlights | 2023 World Baseball Classic

The Republic of Korea got off to a hot start, scoring five runs in the first inning against the Czech Republic. In the bottom of the sixth inning, Ha-Seong Kim went yard to add onto his impressive performance for the night. Se Woong Park recorded eight strikeouts before being pulled in the fifth inning. The Czech Republic struck back in the 7th inning, scoring two runs. The Republic of Korea walked away with a 7-3 win to end the game.

Korea's Ha-Seong Kim crushes ANOTHER solo shot to right field against the Czech Republic in the seventh inning

Korea’s Ha-Seong Kim crushed his second solo shot of the game to right field in the seventh inning. Korea extended their lead 7-2 over the Czech Republic.

Great Britain vs. USA Highlights | 2023 World Baseball Classic

Great Britain took on the USA in pool play of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Great Britian got out to a surprising lead when Trayce Thompson took Adam Wainwright deep for a home run. The US would storm back with RBI base knocks by Nolan Arenado and Kyle Tucker. Kyle Schwarber would add on later with a three-run home run. Nolan Arenado’s RBI double would cement a 6-2 victory for the United States.

Alfredo Despaigne smashes a 2 RBI double to right center, giving Cuba a 2-0 lead in the first inning against Chinese Taipei

Alfredo Despaigne smashed a 2 RBI double to right center, giving Cuba a 2-0 lead in the first inning against Chinese Taipei.

College basketball highlights: UCLA-Arizona; Marquette, Texas, more win big

Several major men’s college basketball conferences crowned their champions today. Here are Saturday’s top plays!

Nolan Arenado's RBI double extends USA's lead over Great Britain

Nolan Arenado’s RBI double in the sixth inning extended USA’s lead over Great Britain.

Corbin Carroll extension reinforces D-Backs' future — and continues an MLB trend

The Arizona Diamondbacks have secured the potential face of their franchise for most of the next decade by inking Corbin Carroll to an eight-year deal. It’s part of a bigger trend in MLB.

Big East Final takeaways: Marquette rides talent, teamwork to crown

After last season’s 3-6 finish, Marquette head coach Shaka Smart made changes to focus on roles and accountability. It paid off with a Big East title.

Korea's Tommy Edman crushes a two-out, 3 RBI single to center field extending the lead 5-0

Korea’s Tommy Edman crushed a two-out, 3 RBI single to center field extending the lead 5-0 against the Czech Republic in the first inning. Edman is a third baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals.

Korea's Jung Hoo Lee lines an RBI single to center field, scoring Kunwoo Park for a 1-0 lead over the Czech Republic

Korea’s Jung Hoo Lee lined an RBI single to center field, scoring Kunwoo Park for a 1-0 lead over the Czech Republic.

USA takes a 2-1 lead over Great Britian after RBI base hits by Nolan Arenado and Kyle Tucker

The USA took a 2-1 lead over Great Britain in the 2023 World Baseball Classic after RBI base hits by Nolan Arenado and Kyle Tucker.

Eugenio Suarez singles on a sharp line drive to right field, bringing Venezuela's score to 5-1 over the Dominican Republic

Venezuela’s Eugenio Suarez singled on a sharp line drive to right field, bringing their score to 5-1 over the Dominican Republic.

David Peralta hits an RBI double adding to Venezuela's lead over the Dominican Republic 4-1

Dodgers player David Peralta hit an RBI double to add to Venezuela’s lead over the Dominican Republic 4-1.

2023 NFL franchise tag tracker: Lamar Jackson, Saquon Barkley tagged

Here’s the latest news and rumors swirling around NFL free agency, and which teams are franchise-tagging which players.

Trayce Thompson GOES YARD to give Great Britain an early 1-0 lead against USA

Trayce Thompson helped Great Britian off to a great start, thanks to Trayce Thompson’s solo home run in the first inning.

College basketball highlights: Marquette, Texas, Purdue, more win big

Several major men’s college basketball conferences crowned their champions today. Here are Saturday’s top plays!

Colombia vs. Mexico Highlights | 2023 World Baseball Classic

Colombia took on Mexico in Group C of pool play in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. This back and forth battle went 10 innings and Colombia came out on top 5-4 over Mexico. Notably, Reynaldo Rodriguez led Colombia with a two-run go-ahead home run in the 5th inning, and a go-ahead RBI single in the 7th inning.

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