Was the Dominican Republic robbed in the World Baseball Classic? The strike calls that pushed Team USA to the final
PUBLISHED Monday, March 16, 2026 · jose rodriguez
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- ⬤ Dominican Republic's 3-2 win in the World Baseball Classic was marred by controversy
- ⬤ A disputed strike call ended the game, costing the US team a spot in the final
- ⬤ The call, made by umpire James Hoyt, was questioned by the US team and fans
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