SAN JUAN — The Canadian national baseball team secured its place in the 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals by defeating Cuba 7-2 to finish atop Pool A with a 3-1 record. The historic victory marks the first time Canada has progressed beyond the group stage in the tournament’s history.
The team now faces its toughest test yet: a single-elimination quarterfinal against Team USA. The game is scheduled for the evening of 13 March 2026. For the Americans, who finished second in Pool B, it is a win-or-go-home scenario.
Latest WBC Scores & Standings
Key results from the final days of pool play include:
- Canada 7, Cuba 2 – Canada wins Pool A.
- Italy finished Pool B play at 2-0.
- The Dominican Republic won Pool D with a 3-0 record.
According to the official MLB scoreboard, other recent scores included:
- CAN 1 – 1
- ITA 2 – 0
- DOM 3 – 0
Today’s Crucial Matchup: USA vs. Canada
The quarterfinal bracket is now set, and all eyes are on the clash between North American rivals. Live coverage of the United States vs. Canada game is available on ESPN and other sports networks. Key Canadian players like outfielder Owen Caissie, who batted .500 with five RBIs in pool play, will be looked upon to lead the offence against a powerful U.S. lineup.
This game represents a monumental opportunity for Canadian baseball on the world stage. A victory would send Canada to the WBC semifinals for the first time.
Live updates for the USA vs. Canada quarterfinal are ongoing. Check back for the final result and game highlights.
Sources: Latest reports from The Athletic, Yahoo Sports, MLB.com, TSN, and Sporting News.