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World Baseball Classic news, live updates: Team USA likely into quarterfinals, barring extra innings in Italy-Mexico
- Italy finished pool play undefeated with a 9-1 win over Mexico, topping Pool B and advancing to the knockout stage.
- Canada beat Cuba 7-2 to reach the quarterfinals and advance from Pool A.
- The Dominican Republic led Venezuela 7-3 in the top of the fourth, with homers from Soto and Guerrero Jr. fueling the surge.
- Italy’s early offense included a Vinnie Pasquantino solo homer in the second inning to put the score at 1-0.
- USA’s knockout-round progress was secured barring a highly unlikely extra-innings scenario.
- Quarterfinals are set for March 13 and 14, with semifinals on March 15 and 16, culminating March 17 in Miami.
- Italy's victory included multiple home runs, reinforcing its offensive power in the tournament.
- Japan remains the reigning champion entering this edition of the WBC, with the U.S. carrying a strong roster.
- Fox networks and Fox Deportes will broadcast all World Baseball Classic games, with Fox One streaming noted for availability.
- Venezuela threatened late, but the Dominican Republic maintained a lead into the ninth inning.
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