Felger & Massarotti USA Reaches World Baseball Classic Championship Game // Do the Americans Care as Much as Others in the WBC? - 3/16 (Hour 1)
Mar 16, 2026
They break down the USA vs Dominican Republic World Baseball Classic final and the controversial called third strike that ended the game. Listeners weigh in on crowd energy and whether American players care as much as international rivals. Conversation touches on Paul Skenes’ postgame remarks, Roman Anthony’s big hit, and how WBC moments might affect Red Sox prospects and regular season play.
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Foreign Crowds Amplified WBC Atmosphere
- The tournament atmosphere mattered because many fans were non-American and intensely passionate.
- Mike Felger pointed out the Dominican crowd's energy and players' engagement lifted the game's intensity in Miami.
Protect The Plate With Two Strikes
- Swing the bat with two strikes and don't leave the outcome solely to the umpire.
- Tony Massarotti argued the DR left key at-bats to the umpire instead of protecting the plate and lost chances with runners on.
Replay Won't End Fan Frustration
- Replay and ABS may reduce blown calls but won't eliminate fan dissatisfaction.
- Mike Felger argued more replay has increased expectations and frustration rather than fully satisfying viewers.