MMO Roundtable: Who Do We Think Will Win The World Baseball Classic And WBC MVP?
MMO Readers, you know that in addition to covering Spring Training, we’ve also been covering the WBC, like this team preview of the United States. Of course, we have to share our thoughts on the WBC with you all, too! Here’s who we think is going to win it all, and who we think will be named MVP.
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David Melendi
The Dominican Republic. And I learned while doing extensive research for the MMO’s WBC team previews that ex and future Mets have won a few MVPs. Daisuke Matsuzaka, Robinson Cano, and Marcus Stroman have all taken home the hardware. This time it’s Amed Rosario’s turn.
Mathias Altman-Kurosaki
The USA will defeat Japan in a rematch of the 2023 finals. Even with Tarik Skubal’s early departure, the Stars and Stripes have plenty of pitching depth in addition to their stacked lineup. I’ll go with Cal Raleigh for the WBC MVP.
Matt Mancuso
It’s difficult not to select the Dominican Republic, a squad that contains the offensive prowess of the 1927 Yankees. Betting against a team whose worst hitter was 30% better than league average last year seems like a fool’s errand. MVP: Juan Soto
Michael Mayer
I have a hard time picking between the US, Japan, the DR, and Venezuela. Those top four teams are really really good. I like the team the US has built quite a bit; it’s balanced well between offense and pitching. I believe they take home the WBC crown, and Bobby Witt Jr. will be the MVP.
Brandyn Pokrass
In a tournament with so much star power, I am going to go with the Dominican Republic. The U.S. would be my other pick, but I see the DR’s lineup having a huge impact game in and game out. As for the MVP, I’ll go with Fernando Tatis Jr.
Christian De Block
2026 will be the year the USA returns to the top. The Dominican Republic and Japan are deep, talented teams that will certainly have something to say. But in the end, USA will get it done, with Aaron Judge taking home the MVP.
Michelle Ioannou
DR isn’t going to be easy to beat, but I’m going to go with Team USA with Paul Skenes as the MVP.
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