MLB Baseball 3h Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 1:46 AM ET
World Baseball Classic
Team USA advanced to quarterfinals espn.com after Italy's 9-1 victory over Colombia secured their pool play survival, setting up a Friday matchup against Canada. The Americans avoided a disastrous early exit that would have marked their second consecutive WBC flameout in the opening rounds.
MLB Transactions
The Mets signed veteran catcher Omar Narváez to a two-year, $16 million contract, adding depth behind the plate after losing James McCann to free agency. Meanwhile, the Red Sox designated pitcher Nick Pivetta for assignment to clear roster space for their top pitching prospect, who will make his major league debut Tuesday night.
Spring Training Updates
Several teams shifted pitching schedules following a espn.com rash of arm injuries during Grapefruit and Cactus League play, with the Yankees and Dodgers both moving scheduled starters back a day as a precaution. The Braves announced Ronald Acuña Jr. will miss the remainder of spring training after tweaking his hamstring but is expected to be ready for Opening Day.