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Peña, Dezenzo trade Astros caps for D.R. and Italy en route to Classic
- Jeremy Peña will join the Dominican Republic’s World Baseball Classic squad and play in Pool D in Miami starting March 6.
- Zach Dezenzo will represent Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic, after confirming his Italian heritage.
- Italy will open the Classic in Houston, facing Brazil and Great Britain before tougher games against Team USA and Mexico.
- Astros manager Joe Espada said Peña should go out and have a good time and build up his game in the WBC.
- Dezenzo will play left field and third base for Italy, with Espada noting the club will monitor his performance in the WBC.
- The Dominican Republic roster includes a star-laden lineup led by Peña and other top players.
- Peña reflected on the home crowd and Dominican support as he prepares for the WBC.
- Dezenzo discussed his Italian heritage and the path to playing for Italy under Francisco Cervelli.
- Dezenzo highlighted the pride of competing for Italy and the home crowd in Daikin Park.
- Espada noted Peña’s ongoing evaluation by the Astros as he participates in the WBC.
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