Daily Archives: March 14, 2013

Extra Innings’ 2013 World Baseball Classic Power Rankings (Mar. 14)

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Gabriel Fidler

After a massive win by the Dominican Republic, there is little doubt that they are tournament’s most well-rounded team. Can they defeat the equally hot Japanese or the magic of the Netherlands to claim the world title? And will the … Continue reading →

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Dominican Republic Upsets USA, Advances in WBC

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Gabriel Fidler

By Gabriel Fidler (@gabrielfidler) Box Score In a game that truly earned the title of World Baseball Classic, Erick Aybar delivered a pinch hit, go-ahead single in the ninth inning to lead the Dominican Republic in a 3-1 victory over the United … Continue reading →

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Extra Innings’ 2013 World Baseball Classic Power Rankings (Mar. 13)

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Gabriel Fidler

We’re down to one game a day with only six more fixtures left. Puerto Rico’s win over Italy did not provide much clarity as they were fortunate to win it, but the Dominican Republic-USA match will be sure to provide … Continue reading →

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Puerto Rico Eliminates Italy, One Win from Semis

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Gabriel Fidler

By Gabriel Fidler (@gabrielfidler) Box Score It was a different night but the same story for Italy in the World Baseball Classic. After taking the lead on a big hit, this time by Anthony Rizzo, Italy wasted the efforts of an intrepid … Continue reading →

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