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Italy Stuns Team USA, Jesús Luzardo Gets an Extension & The Cost of Wins

March 11, 2026·1 hr 3 min·5 clips

Mark DeRosa's deleted clip shows Team USA thought they'd already advanced, but a rude awakening changed everything.

The hosts analyze Italy's shocking win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, breaking down the tiebreaker scenarios that could eliminate Team USA. They also discuss Hunter Greene's injury impact on the Reds, Jesús Luzardo's contract extension with the Phillies, and debate Bryce Harper's aging and contract value.

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