Italy’s 9-1 upset keeps USA’s WBC run alive
TL;DR
Italy's 9-1 rout of Mexico in Pool B eliminates the need for a tiebreaker and sends Team USA to the WBC quarterfinals to face Canada, after Mark DeRosa prematurely claimed advancement; the win featured Aaron Nola's five scoreless innings and Vinnie Pasquantino's three homers, injecting momentum into the tournament and prompting discussion about future U.S. participation and player motivation.
- Mark DeRosa and Team USA get their WBC reprieve. Now they need to take advantage The New York Times
- Italy beats Mexico to advance at WBC, along with Team USA ESPN
- Pasquantino, Italy top Mexico, helps USA clinch spot in World Baseball Classic QF Yahoo Sports
- World Baseball Classic Highlights: Italy Beats Mexico To Advance to Quarterfinals, Helps USA FOX Sports
- Tiebreaker scenarios for USA, Italy, Mexico MLB.com
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