Team USA pitcher Paul Skenes against the San Francisco Giants during a spring training game at Scottsdale Stadium. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The 2026 World Baseball Classic gives DFS players a chance to see who has some pre-season value before the MLB season kicks off on March 25.
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The only two clubs in the 20-team international tournament that are 100 percent rostered with MLB talent are Team USA and the Dominican Republic.
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Reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes is scheduled for two starts for the United States and could line up for a potential championship game, with back-to-back AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal also in the rotation. Mason Miller and David Bednar project to handle the final innings out of the bullpen. At the plate, Aaron Judge anchors the lineup with Bobby Witt Jr. likely leading off and Cal Raleigh hitting behind Judge after his 60-home run season.
The Dominican Republic’s lineup is headlined by Juan Soto, Fernando Tatis Jr. and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., forming one of the most dangerous trios. Cristopher Sánchez anchors the pitching staff, while Luis Severino and Sandy Alcántara provide additional high-leverage arms. The bullpen, led by Camilo Doval, packs elite velocity but requires consistent command to thrive.
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Sean Treppedi handicaps the NFL, NHL, MLB and college football for the New York Post. He primarily focuses on picks that reflect market value while tracking trends to mitigate risk.
