Team USA won the game against Brazil in the opening match of the 2026 World Baseball Classic (Pool B) on March 6, 2026, at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas.
Final score: United States 15, Brazil 5.
Key highlights:
Aaron Judge (Team USA captain and Yankees star) hit a two-run home run in the first inning to set the tone early.
Brice Turang contributed significantly with three hits and four RBIs, including a bases-clearing double.
The U.S. offense exploded late, plating seven runs in the ninth inning amid Brazil’s pitching struggles (they issued 17 walks total).
Brazil stayed competitive for much of the game (deficit as close as three runs at one point), with notable power from Victor Mascai (two homers, including one that cut the lead).
Logan Webb started for the USA, helping secure the dominant victory despite some defensive lapses and walks.
This was Team USA’s opener in the tournament, putting them at 1-0 in Pool B play. Brazil fell to 0-1 in their second-ever WBC appearance. The game drew strong attention as the heavily favored, star-studded U.S. roster (including MVPs, Cy Young winners, and All-Stars) kicked off their pursuit of the title after a 2023 silver-medal finish.
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