Team USA manager Mark DeRosa confirmed that Oakland Athletics closer Mason Miller will be available out of the bullpen for the championship game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic against Venezuela. The announcement was made ahead of the final scheduled for March 17, 2026, at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida.
Miller, a key reliever for the American squad, has been a dominant force throughout the tournament. His availability is a significant boost for Team USA as they seek to defend their title from the previous WBC in 2023.
The final pits the United States, the reigning champion, against a powerful Venezuelan team that remained undefeated in the tournament. The matchup is a highly anticipated rematch of a previous round game.
DeRosa's decision confirms Miller's readiness despite a heavy workload in the semifinal. The manager will have his full arsenal of relievers, including Miller, to call upon in the high-stakes winner-take-all game.
