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Mark DeRosa and Michael Hill to Lead Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic

USA Baseball confirms DeRosa's return as manager and Hill's appointment as general manager to spearhead championship preparations.

Mar 13, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; USA manager Mark DeRosa checks his lineup prior to game against Canada during the World Baseball Classic at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Overview

  • Mark DeRosa, who led Team USA to a silver medal in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, has been reappointed as manager for the 2026 tournament.
  • Michael Hill, a seasoned MLB executive, has been named general manager, bringing decades of front-office experience to the role.
  • The 2026 World Baseball Classic will take place from March 5-17, with Team USA competing in Pool B against Brazil, Great Britain, Italy, and Mexico.
  • Pool B games are scheduled from March 6-11 at Houston’s Daikin Park, with the top two teams advancing to the quarterfinals.
  • Both DeRosa and Hill have expressed their commitment to building a championship-caliber roster to represent the United States on the global stage.