Team USA is going to some familiar stars for their starting lineup in a win-or-go-home matchup to extend their quest for gold in the World Baseball Classic. The Americans will hope the new lineup for their quarterfinal game tonight against Canada (8 ET,

Team USA held on vs. Canada on Friday and is now moving on in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Americans jumped out to a 5-0 lead and then buckled down to secure a 5-3 victory over Canada. They're advancing to face the Dominican Republic in the semifinals on Sunday in the most-anticipated game of the tournament.

The Americans held off a late rally by Canada. Now they face a Dominican squad that has outscored opponents by 41 runs in five games.

HOUSTON – Team USA has definitely “punched its ticket” this time. And it’s a ticket to a real heavyweight bout. After a tumultuous couple of days emanating from a regrettable MLB Network interview segment for manager Mark DeRosa and a lamentable loss to upstart Italy,

Will Team USA take care of business in the quarterfinals after a shocking loss to Italy?

Team USA defeats Canada 5-3 in 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, marking the third U.S. victory over Canada in major international competition in the past month.

USA baseball has an all-time record of 12-6 against Canada, including 4-1 in the WBC. Canada’s lone Classic win over the U.S. came during pool play in 2006, and highlights of that game are played every year at the Baseball Canada banquet.