Baseball Today Venezuela beats USA to win the World Baseball Classic!
Mar 18, 2026
Miguel Rojas, MLB shortstop known for his steady defense and international play, reflects on Venezuela's WBC title and national pride. He describes the team's family-like chemistry and pitching-first game plan. He recounts the late-game heroics and contrasts WBC legend-making with club success. He also addresses a false PED report and calls for media accountability.
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Venezuela Celebrates WBC Win Like A Family
- Venezuela celebrated like family, with players and legends together after winning the WBC.
- Miguel Rojas described Eugenio Suárez driving in the winner, veterans like Miguel Cabrera in the dugout, and nationwide pride in Venezuela.
March Pitching Beats Early-Season Offense
- Venezuela's pitching plan and bullpen structure beat late-season MLB offenses in March.
- Rojas highlighted Basardo as an early matchup weapon and power arms like Serpa and Palencia closing games by attacking the zone.
From Harper's Homer To Venezuela's Small Ball Answer
- Miguel recalled Bryce Harper's eighth-inning homer felt like the turning moment before Venezuela answered.
- He described Omar López's small-ball call: Sanoja steal to move Eugenio Suárez, then a soft gap hit for the walk-off run.