SHOCKING: 6 - What They Never Told You

How Shohei Ohtani Fared in First 2026 Dodgers Spring Training Start

The four-time MVP returned to the mound on Wednesday.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 18

The WBC is thriving. Rob Manfred says MLB might consider moving it to midseason

Major League Baseball plans to bring back the World Baseball Classic in 2029 or 2030 and it could eventually move to midseason

The Independent UK · Mar 18

Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge Are Spearheading a New Golden Era of Baseball

The 2026 season begins with baseball being more popular than it has been in years. The trick for MLB now is to keep the momentum going.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 18

Shohei Ohtani Closed His Tokyo WBC Showcase With One Last Great Moment

Japan's star did not play but found a way to contribute to the joyous atmosphere.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 10

Czechia Pitcher Who Works As an Electrician Had Coolest Moment at WBC

Ondřej Satoria went viral for striking out Japan’s Shohei Ohtani three years ago.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 10

Aussie baseball boys stop Ohtani - but can't halt Japan

World Baseball Classic champions Japan have been given a scare by Australia before eking out a 4-3 victory in front of the country's emperor.

AAP · Mar 8

It's Sho-time! Ohtani eyes hat-trick against Aussies

Australia are excited to face Shohei Ohtani in the World Baseball Classic -- but the bad news is that the Japanese legend is in a rich vein of form.

AAP · Mar 7

Ranking the Best Home Run Celebrations at the 2026 World Baseball Classic

Japan and Mexico, among others, brought an extra oomph of creativity to the World Baseball Classic this spring.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 7

The World Baseball Classic Is a Joyful Time Capsule to the Sport’s Past

Venezuela’s win over the Netherlands on Friday provided a reminder of how the sport used to be played—and how much pride the players carry for their countries.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 6

Shohei Ohtani Wasted No Time Breaking Another Record in World Baseball Classic Opener

The Dodgers superstar continued his hot hitting in the WBC by fueling a 10-run inning for Japan.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 6