Japan’s World Baseball Classic once again ended with Ohtani. This time, with a loss

Ohtani hit a first-inning home run but also struck out twice and had the game-ending flyout in Japan’s quarterfinal loss to Venezuela.

Japan manager makes unexpected decision hours after WBC loss to Venezuela

Japan manager Hirokazu Ibata makes an unexpected announcement hours after loss to Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.

Shohei Ohtani ends World Baseball Classic just like in 2023, but as loser instead of champion

Shohei Ohtani walked off the infield after Japan’s World Baseball Classic ended, just like three years ago, only the final out could not have been more different.

Ronald Acuna Jr. loses cool at umpire as Miguel Cabrera steps in during fiery Venezuela vs Japan World Baseball Classic clash

Ronald Acuna Jr. had a heated argument with an umpire during Venezuela’s World Baseball Classic game against Japan after a controversial check swing strikeout. Miguel Cabrera stepped in to calm the situation as emotions rose in the dugout.

Japan vs. Venezuela prediction: World odds, picks, best bet Saturday

After sweeping through Pool C with a 4-0 record, Japan will take on Venezuela in the quarterfinals. Shohei Ohtani and Samurai Japan are the favorites to advance, but these odds are tighter than expected at -162 odds for the chalk and +134 for the South American underdogs.

Japan vs. Venezuela live updates: Venezuelans clinging to late 8-5 lead in WBC quarterfinal

Tonight’s game between Venezuela and Japan in the World Baseball Classic can be seen in the U.S. on Fox. Today's game between Japan and Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals begins at 9 p.m. ET and 6 p.m. PT.