Fri Feb 06 02:30:00 UTC 2026: ### Headline: 2023 World Baseball Classic Rosters Announced: Star-Studded Lineups Prepare for Tournament

The Story:

On March 5, 2023 (Japan time March 6, 2023), the official rosters for all teams participating in the 6th World Baseball Classic (WBC) were revealed on MLB Network. Team Japan (“Samurai Japan”), aiming for consecutive championships, features a record nine Major League Baseball players, including Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Dodgers, Seiya Suzuki of the Cubs, Masataka Yoshida of the Red Sox, and Munetaka Murakami of the White Sox, alongside NPB stars. The United States, the runner-up in the previous tournament, boasts a lineup led by Yankees captain Aaron Judge, along with other MLB standouts. The Dominican Republic also presents a powerful offensive team, while other nations also showcase strong MLB talent.

Key Points:

  • The 6th WBC rosters were announced on March 5, 2023.
  • Japan’s roster includes a record nine MLB players, notably Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Seiya Suzuki, Masataka Yoshida, and Munetaka Murakami.
  • Japan is in Group C alongside Korea, Taiwan, Australia, and the Czech Republic, starting against Taiwan on March 6th.
  • The United States’ roster features Aaron Judge, Cal Raleigh, Kyle Schwarber, Alex Bregman, Paul Skenes, Clayton Kershaw, and Tarik Skubal.
  • The Dominican Republic’s squad includes Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Juan Soto, Julio Rodriguez, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Manny Machado.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 2023 WBC is set to be a highly competitive tournament with a strong showing of MLB talent across multiple teams.
  • Japan is a strong contender with its blend of MLB and NPB stars.
  • The United States and the Dominican Republic pose significant threats with their star-studded lineups.

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