How Team USA can line up its pitching for World Baseball Classic finals vs. Venezuela
By Matt Snyder
Published on March 17, 2026.
The World Baseball Classic finals are set for Tuesday night in Miami, with Team USA facing Venezuela. This is only the third time USA has advanced to the finals in six tries. The starting pitcher for USA will be Mets rookie Nolan McLean, who was recommended by hitting coach Matt Holliday. Despite a 95-pitch limit in the finals, McLean is expected to exceed his initial pitch limit of 65-70 pitches. Some starting pitchers may be used in a piggybacking role for McLean. The final game for Team USA and the old words "dance with ya," is likely to be a close game.
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