The World Baseball Classic is approaching rapidly, with exhibition games starting soon and the official tournament beginning in early March. Boston Red Sox fans have a reason to watch closely as young outfielder Roman Anthony will represent Team USA in this high-profile event. This opportunity provides an early glimpse of Anthony’s talents in meaningful games before the MLB season officially begins.
Team USA is scheduled to play its first tournament game against Brazil on March 6. Additional group-stage matches include encounters with Great Britain on March 7, Mexico on March 9, and Italy on March 10. Following the group stage, the quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals will determine the tournament champion, though Team USA’s advancement remains uncertain at this stage.
Anthony Reflects on His Surprise Selection to the National Team
Roman Anthony spoke about his unexpected inclusion on Team USA during an interview with Chris Young on the MLB Network. After hearing news about fellow player Corbin Carroll‘s injury, Anthony received encouragement from several notable figures.
Came back in the clubhouse one day and saw the unfortunate news about [Corbin Carroll], so I hope he’s doing all right,
Anthony said. “And then, at that point, [Alex Cora] had mentioned something to me, and [Alex Bregman] was texting me a bit. Then that night, I got to speak with [Mark DeRosa], which was unbelievable. …
Anthony added,
Growing up, it’s been a dream of mine. Coming into the spring, I didn’t really expect it. I thought they had the roster set already. So for me, it was about coming in and getting ready for my first full year. And then got that call, got the approval from the team, all the guys. … For me, it was a no-brainer. It’s a blessing, for sure.
This opportunity means much more than just tournament play for the Red Sox phenom, who is approaching his first full season in the major leagues with enthusiasm and determination.
World Baseball Classic Holds Special Significance This Year
The World Baseball Classic is always a unique event in the baseball calendar, but for Red Sox supporters in particular, it carries added excitement with Roman Anthony’s participation. His late addition to the Team USA roster generates anticipation about how the young outfielder will perform on an international stage. Fans will be closely following each game as Team USA aims to move through the initial rounds toward the championship rounds.
The timeline ahead is intense and packed, and Anthony’s presence adds to the tournament’s competitive and emotional energy for both the player and the fans. As the World Baseball Classic unfolds, it offers a preview of Anthony’s potential impact for Boston in the upcoming MLB season and highlights the broader talent on Team USA’s roster.
"It's been a dream of mine… for me, it was a no-brainer."@RedSox star Roman Anthony chats with @CY24_7 about the opportunity to play for @USABaseball in the @WBCBaseball, how he's approaching his first full season in the Big Leagues and more. pic.twitter.com/dpU4jTOky9
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) March 1, 2026
