Wilyer Abreu uncorks epic bat flip after putting Venezuela ahead in stunning WBC upset against Japan
By Andrew Crane
Published on March 15, 2026.
Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu led Venezuela to victory in the World Baseball Classic, scoring a three-run home run in the sixth inning that gave Venezuela the lead. The victory puts Japan at risk of not being able to defend their WBC title after winning it in 2023. The team will now face Italy in the semifinals.
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