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Houston: U.S. Advances After Italy Beats Mexico 9-1

PUBLISHED Mar 12, 2026, 12:51 AM ET

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Houston — The United States advanced to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals after Italy defeated Mexico 9-1 Wednesday, securing the top spot in Group B and allowing the Americans to advance as the group’s runner-up. Italy’s Vinnie Pasquantino hit three home runs, the tournament’s first such performance, and Italy finished 4-0. The U.S. went 3-1, having lost to Italy 8-6 the previous night. Mexico’s 2-2 record eliminated it from the WBC and Olympic qualifying. No further schedule changes occurred. The Americans will remain in Houston to face Canada in a Friday quarterfinal. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News

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Italy defeated the United States 8-6, giving Italy an early advantage in Group B.
Italy routed Mexico 9-1 on Wednesday, with Vinnie Pasquantino hitting three home runs.
Italy completed Group B with a 4-0 record, clinching first place.
The United States advanced as Group B runner-up with a 3-1 record.
The U.S. is scheduled to play Canada in a Friday quarterfinal in Houston.

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