USA vs Venezuela: Possible starting lineups for 2023 WBC quarterfinals | Starting pitchers
Second place in Pool C based on a head-to-head means the USA faces the team with 4-0 for a semi-final spot.
USA vs Venezuela live updates: scores, stats and highlights
It’s quarter-final time! The U.S. team concluded their first round with a nervous 3-2 win against Colombia, securing a 3-1 record in Pool C and placing second behind Mexico based on head-to-head results. Their upcoming opponent is a highly motivated Venezuelan team that achieved an undefeated 4-0 record, conceding just nine runs and scoring 23 on their way to the knockout stage.
Both rosters boast a wealth of talent, with captains Mike Trout and Miguel Cabrera, two of MLB’s biggest names, leading their respective teams. The winner will advance to a semi-final against Cuba.
Venezuela vs USA: starting pitchers
The expected starting pitchers are Martín Pérez (Venzuela) and Lance Lynn (USA), who play for the Texas Rangers and Chicago White Sox respectively in MLB.
Check out the full rosters for Venezuela and for the USA.
Official: The pitching matchup for tomorrow night’s WBC quarterfinal game between USA and Venezuela has been announced
— Shawn Spradling (@Shawn_Spradling) March 17, 2023
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What time is Venezuela vs USA?
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What you need for your diary:
- Venezuela vs USA will start at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT) on Saturday 18 March.
Team USA has a date with Team Venezuela in the #WorldBaseballClassic quarterfinals. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/J5FH0TGJt6
— World Baseball Classic (@WBCBaseball) March 16, 2023
Where will Venezuela vs USA play?
The quarterfinal between Venezuela and USA takes place at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida.