USA vs. Canada in World Baseball Classic: Starters, Lineups, Viewing Guide
The 2026 World Baseball Classic is heating up as Team USA gears up to face Canada in the quarterfinals. This highly anticipated matchup will take place at Daikin Park, home of the Houston Astros, on Friday, March 13, at 8 p.m. ET.
USA’s Road to the Quarterfinals
Team USA finished as the runner-up in Pool B after experiencing an unexpected defeat against Italy. Despite this setback, the team secured victories over Brazil, Great Britain, and Mexico, allowing them to advance to the knockout stage.
Viewing Information
Fans can catch the quarterfinal match on FOX. The network is the exclusive broadcaster for the World Baseball Classic, providing coverage of all games across its family of channels. The championship game is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, at Miami’s loanDepot Park.
Streaming Options
- FOX Sports app
- FOXSports.com
- FOX One
Starting Pitchers
San Francisco Giants pitcher Logan Webb is set to start for the USA. Webb boasts a 1-0 record with a 2.25 ERA, having previously pitched four scoreless innings against Brazil.
On the Canadian side, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Micheal Soroka will take the mound. Soroka, a 2019 All-Star, allowed only one run in his earlier outing against Colombia.
Lineups for USA vs. Canada
Team USA has assembled a formidable lineup featuring several star players:
- Bobby Witt Jr. (leadoff)
- Bryce Harper
- Aaron Judge
- Kyle Schwarber
- Alex Bregman
- Roman Anthony
- Cal Raleigh
- Brice Turang
- Pete Crow-Armstrong
Judge and Crow-Armstrong have both hit two home runs in the tournament, while Anthony leads the team with six RBIs. Schwarber tops the roster with six hits overall.
Canada’s Key Players
Canada’s lineup is also packed with talent. Key contributors include:
- Owen Caissie
- Abraham Toro
- Josh Naylor (2024 All-Star)
Both Caissie and Toro have seven hits and five RBIs each in the tournament. Caissie, in particular, stands out as a top prospect.
Upcoming Games Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Location | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13 | Korea vs. Dominican Republic | 6:30 p.m. | LoanDepot Park, Miami | FS2 |
| March 13 | USA vs. Canada | 8:00 p.m. | Daikin Park, Houston | FOX |
| March 14 | Puerto Rico vs. Italy | 3:00 p.m. | Daikin Park, Houston | FS1 |
| March 14 | Venezuela vs. Japan | 9:00 p.m. | LoanDepot Park, Miami | FOX |
The excitement around the World Baseball Classic continues to build as Team USA prepares to face Canada. Fans can expect thrilling matchups and standout performances from their favorite players.
