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The 2026 World Baseball Classic semifinals kick off on Sunday night in primetime, with the United States facing off against the Dominican Republic. It’s going to be a marquee matchup with Team USA and Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes facing off against the powerful “Plátano Power” lineup.
Skenes will be trying to do what no one has done throughout the tournament: shut down one of the best batting lineups baseball fans have ever seen.
It’s a tough task, but if anyone is capable, it is Skenes. In fact, throughout his professional career, Skenes has had unprecedented success against the players in the D.R.’s lineup.
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DraftKings pulled up the stats to reveal the Dominican Republic’s starting lineup has just 3 hits in 27 career at-bats (.111) against Skenes. If he can pull that off on Sunday night, Team USA is well on its way to a win.
The United States will hope that Skenes brings his A-game against the lineup to continue his career success. If Skenes can shut down the Dominican Republic lineup, he firmly establishes himself as the best active pitcher in MLB.
Entering Sunday night’s game, the United States is a slight -170 favorite as the designated “away team,” while the Dominican Republic checks in with +135 odds.
That means a $100 wager on the D.R. would land you a $135 payday, while you would need to risk $170 on Team USA for a $100 win.
All of the information you need to catch the United States face off against the Dominican Republic in Sunday night’s semifinal can be seen below.
Mar. 10, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA: USA pitcher Heath Bell celebrates following the game against Canada during the World Baseball Classic at Chase Field. USA defeated Canada 9-4 to advance to the next round. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Location: Miami, Florida
Venue: loanDepot park
TV Info: FOX Sports 1
Live Stream: Fubo (try for free)
Betting Odds: USA -170 | Dominican Republic +135 (via DraftKings Sportsbook)
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Skenes will be trying to do what no one has done throughout the tournament: shut down one of the best batting lineups baseball fans have ever seen.
It’s a tough task, but if anyone is capable, it is Skenes. In fact, throughout his professional career, Skenes has had unprecedented success against the players in the D.R.’s lineup.
MORE: Updated 2026 World Baseball Classic bracket entering semifinals
DraftKings pulled up the stats to reveal the Dominican Republic’s starting lineup has just 3 hits in 27 career at-bats (.111) against Skenes. If he can pull that off on Sunday night, Team USA is well on its way to a win.
The United States will hope that Skenes brings his A-game against the lineup to continue his career success. If Skenes can shut down the Dominican Republic lineup, he firmly establishes himself as the best active pitcher in MLB.
– Watch United States vs Dominican Republic on Fubo (free trial) –
Entering Sunday night’s game, the United States is a slight -170 favorite as the designated “away team,” while the Dominican Republic checks in with +135 odds.
That means a $100 wager on the D.R. would land you a $135 payday, while you would need to risk $170 on Team USA for a $100 win.
All of the information you need to catch the United States face off against the Dominican Republic in Sunday night’s semifinal can be seen below.
– Watch United States vs Dominican Republic on Fubo (free trial) –
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Mar. 10, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA: USA pitcher Heath Bell celebrates following the game against Canada during the World Baseball Classic at Chase Field. USA defeated Canada 9-4 to advance to the next round. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Location: Miami, Florida
Venue: loanDepot park
TV Info: FOX Sports 1
Live Stream: Fubo (try for free)
Betting Odds: USA -170 | Dominican Republic +135 (via DraftKings Sportsbook)
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WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: USA-Dominican Republic, WBC semifinals pitching matchup confirmed
GOLF: 2026 Players Championship payouts for full $25M pursue
VIRAL: Miami Open introduces Love All Frosé cocktail in eye-catching cup
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