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Kyle Schwarber Hits Two-Run Homer in World Baseball Classic, United States Beats Britain 9-1

Kyle Schwarber's two-run home run sparked a five-run fifth inning as Team USA beat Great Britain 9-1, improving to 2-0 in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

  • On March 8, 2026, the United States defeated Great Britain 9-1 in World Baseball Classic pool play in Houston at Daikin Park, with a decisive fifth inning rally.
  • In the bottom of the fifth, a five-run rally transformed the 1-1 game, capped by United States designated hitter Kyle Schwarber’s 427-foot, 108.9 mph two-run home run.
  • Supporting the rally, Skubal allowed one run in three innings with five strikeouts, and Henderson had four hits and two RBIs.
  • With the result, the United States is 2-0 in pool play, off Sunday, and set for a pivotal game against Mexico on Monday, with Paul Skenes expected to pitch; Great Britain returns Sunday to face Italy.
  • After an early Britain homer, the matchup showcased MLB star power — including Kyle Schwarber, Aaron Judge — and featured a dramatic swing with Schwarber's two-run blast.
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ESPN broke the news in United States on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
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