Who’s Playing in the World Baseball Classic 2023? Team by Team Breakdown

The World Baseball Classic returns with nearly 200 Major League Baseball players competing for national pride. Japan, the reigning champion, has won three of the five tournaments, including the 2023 edition, where Shohei Ohtani secured victory over the United States. The tournament begins on March 4, with Taiwan facing Australia, while the United States will play Brazil in Houston on March 6. Notably, Czechia is the only team participating without an MLB player on its roster.

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