Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz is looking to shake off some demons at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The closer announced he would pitch for Puerto Rico once again in the event, three years after he sustained a season-ending knee injury during a celebration on the mound of a WBC game.

Why Shohei Ohtani isn’t pitching in the 2026 WBC, as long-term health and recovery take priority over a short tournament run.

New Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz will pitch for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic in March. He pitched in the 2023 edition, suffering a season-ending injury.

Fantasy baseball drafts are beginning to heat up, which means it's time to look at this season's top prospects. Earlier in the offseason, we took a look at the 12 hitting prospects who could make an impact in 2026,

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Last week, Brian Cashman made multiple references to some “young pups” who are “hungry and thirsty” for opportunities this spring. The general manager specifically mentioned top starting pitching prospects Elmer Rodríguez and Carlos Lagrange. Both are just 22 years old.

The Dodgers’ new closer has participated in the WBC twice in the past. But he suffered a devastating knee injury during the 2023 tournament and missed the entire MLB season.

Here is a look at some of the arms that will be representing the Texas A&M Aggies in Michael Earley's second season as head coach.

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani won't pitch for Team Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.