World Baseball Classic: World Baseball Classic Bracket



Not much into Major League Baseball, unless it's the World Series (badly named). But the World Baseball Classic, held every 3 years, is something else. 16 countries from all around the world, down to a single final game to determine the champion. Brazil, China, Australia, and Korea have already been eliminated, as Groups A and B have already moved on to the 2nd round. But some surprising entries still remain in Groups C and D, such as Spain and Italy.

Group C is playing in San Juan, so I got 2 tickets to see the P.R.-Venezuela clash tomorrow. Should be fun. This group is pretty tough, with powerhouses Venezuela and the Dominican Republic as well as Puerto Rico in there.

Just watched Mexico upset the U.S. 5-2 earlier tonight. Obviously the U.S. is missing some of its bigger stars, either through injury or whatnot. Also the timing of the tournament is a bit awkward, as the Major League teams go through their spring training in preparation for the coming season. But I enjoy the Classic immensely.