End to Match
Santander popped out to 3B, 3 outs.
9- Down
Escobar pops out on a line out to 1B, 2 outs.
9- Down
Gimenez popped out to CF, 1 out.
9- Down
Defensive Substitution: Cedric Mullins replaces left fielder Kyle Tucker, batting 5th, playing left field.
9- Down
Pitching Change: Ryan Pressly replaces Devin Williams.
Middle | 9 Inning
Witt Jr. pops out with fly out to RF, 3 outs.
9- Up
Anderson singled, advanced to 2B on a fielding error.
9- Up
Tucker strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
9- Up
Arenado pops out to LF, 1 out.
9- Up
Pitching Change: Jose Alvarado replaces Silvino Bracho.
End | 8 Inning
Torres pops out to RF, 3 outs.
8- Down
Acuna steals the base out of indifference.
8- Down
Suarez strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
8- Down
Peralta strikes out swinging, 1 out.
8- Down
Double by Acuna Jr.
8- Down
Pitching Change: Devin Williams replaces David Bednar. Bobby Witt Jr. remains in the game as the designated hitter.
Middle | 8 Inning
Goldschmidt struck out swinging, 3 outs.
8- Up
Trout strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
8- Up
Betts pops out with fly out to CF, 1 out.
8- Up
HOME RUN WITH BASES LOADED BY TURNER
8- Up
Hit by pitch to Realmuto, bases loaded with no outs.
8- Up
Offensive Substitution: Pinch-runner Bobby Witt Jr. replaces Pete Alonso.
8- Up
Single by Alonso, Anderson to 2B.
8- Up
Offensive Substitution: Pinch-hitter Pete Alonso replaces Kyle Schwarber.
8- Up
Walk for Anderson.
8- Up
Defensive switch from third base to first base for Eugenio Suarez. Defensive switch from first base to second base for Luis Arraez. Defensive Substitution: Eduardo Escobar replaces second baseman Luis Rengifo, batting 1st, playing third base.
End | 7 Inning
Perez pops out with a line out to LF, 3 outs.
7- Down
ARRAEZ SOLO HOME RUN
7- Down
Santander strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
7- Down
Rengifo fly out to CF, 1 out.
7- Down
Pitching Change: David Bednar replaces Adam Ottavino.
Middle | 7 Inning
Tucker strikes out without throwing, 3 out.
7- Up
Pitching Change: Jose Quijada replaces Carlos Hernandez.
7- Up
Arenado singled, Goldschmidt to 3B.
7- Up
Goldschmidt single.
7- Up
Trout strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
7- Up
Betts pops out to 1B, 1 out.
7- Alta
Pitching Change: Carlos Hernandez replaces Luis Garcia.
End | 6 Inning
Gimenez out on a grounder to 3B, 3 outs.
6- Down
Torres strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
6- Down
Suarez strikes out swinging, 1 out.
6- Down
Pitching Change: Adam Ottavino replaces Jason Adam.
Middle | 6 Inning
Turner strikes out swinging, 3 outs.
6- Up
Realmuto pops out to RF, 2 outs.
6- Up
Schwarber popped out to CF, 1 out.
6- Up
Luis Rengifo remains in the game as the second baseman.
End | 5 Inning
Peralta out on a grounder to 2B, 3 outs.
5- Down
Acuna sacrifice fly, Arraez scores.
5- Down
Perez doubles, Rengifo scores, Arraez to 3B.
5- Down
Arraez grounded into fielder's choice, Satander out at 2B, Gimenez scored.
5- Down
Pitching Change: Jason Adam replaces Daniel Bard.
5- Down
Walk to Santander, full bases.
5- Down
Uncontrolled pitch, Torres scores.
5- Down
Hit by pitch for Altuve, bases loaded.
5- Down
Uncontrolled pitching, runners advance.
5- Down
Infield hit by Gimenez.
5- Down
Walk for Torres.
5- Down
Pitching Change: Daniel Bard replaces Lance Lynn.
Middle | 5 Inning
Anderson strikes out swinging, 3 outs.
5- Up
SOLO HOME RUN BY KYLE TUCKER
5- Up
Arenado out on a grounder to 1B, 2 outs.
5- Up
Goldschmidt pops out to LF, 1 out.
End | 4 Inning
Suarez strikes out swinging, 3 outs.
4- Down
Single by Peralta.
4- Down
Acuna grounded out to SS, 2 outs.
4- Down
Perez grounded out to 2B, 1 out.
Middle | 4 Inning
Trout pops out with a line out to 3B, 3 outs.
4- Up
Sacrifice sacrifice fly for Betts, Schwarber scores.
4- Up
Turner grounded out to SS, 1 out.
4- Up
Single by Realmuto, error on Gimenez's play. Schwarber to 3B, Realmuto to 2B.
4- Up
Schwarber single.
End | 3 Inning
Arraez pops out to LF, 3 outs.
3- Down
Santander fly out to LF, 2 outs.
3- Down
Altuve grounded out to 3B, 1 out.
3- Down
Walk for Gimenez.
Middle | 3 Inning
Anderson out on a grounder to 3B, 3 outs.
3- Up
Tucker double.
3- Up
Arenado grounded out to SS, 2 outs.
3- Up
Goldschmidt strikes out swinging, 1 out.
3- Up
Change of pitcher: Luis García replaces José Ruiz.
End | 2 Inning
Torres strikes out swinging, 3 outs.
2- Down
Suarez is put out at 2B after video review. 2 outs
2- Down
Suarez single.
2- Down
Peralta grounded out to SS, 1 out.
Middle | 2 Inning
Trout strikes out swinging, 3 outs.
2- Up
Betts hits into double play, 2 outs.
2- Up
Walk for Turner.
2- Up
Realmuto double.
End | 1 Inning
Acuna Jr. pops out with a line out to CF, 3 outs.
1- Down
Salvy Perez fly out to LF, 2 outs.
1- Down
TWO-RUN HOME RUN BY ARRAEZ
1- Down
Santander pops out to 3B, 1 out.
1- Down
Single Altuve
Middle | 1 Inning
Schwarber popped out to LF, 3 outs.
1- Up
Anderson strikes out swinging, 2 outs.
1- Up
Pitching Change: Jose Ruiz replaces Martin Perez.
1- Up
Tucker was put out at 2B, after video review.
1- Up
Tucker singled, Goldschmidt scored, Arenado to 3B.
1- Up
Arenado singled, Goldschmidt to 3B.
1- Up
Goldschmidt singles, Trout scores.
1- Up
Double by Trout, Betts grounded out to 3B. He advances to the plate on a throwing error by Acuna Jr.
1- Up
Betts single
PLAY BALL
Betts at bat, Perez on the mound.
Starting Lineup- Venezuela
Y así saldremos hoy a buscar nuestra clasificación a la semifinal @USABaseball @teambeisbolve
7pm🇻🇪#LaQueNosVuelveLocos pic.twitter.com/VnSUFmPNvF — Team Beisbol Venezuela (@TeamBeisbolVe) March 18, 2023
Starting Lineup- USA
Almost that time. 🫡#ForGlory🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/Lvf4IqI4Ft — USA Baseball (@USABaseball) March 18, 2023
Pre-press conference
Mark De Rosa: "It was a very tough pool. For them to come out undefeated was impressive. But no, I'm not surprised at all by the amount of talent they have on that club. We're excited for the opportunity and happy to get on that plane to come here."
Omar Lopez: "It was a matter of time, we thought, that the U.S. would be our opponent on Saturday. And each coach individually started the preparation."
Duel of experienced arms
The pitching duel will have two experienced pitchers, Lance Lynn, 35 years old, will be the starter for the USA, while Martin Perez, 31 years old, will be the starter for Venezuela.
Start of coverage
We begin our coverage of the last quarterfinal game of the World Baseball Classic, Venezuela and USA will fight for a place in the semifinals of the tournament.
Stay tuned
In a few moments, VAVEL will start broadcasting the USA vs Venezuela live, as well as the latest information from LoanDepot park. Stay tuned for the play-by-play of the match here on VAVEL.
How and where to watch USA vs Venezuela live?
If you want to watch the match on TV, it will be broadcasted on Fox Sports and Fox Deportes.
In Streaming, on Fox Sports APP.
If you prefer to watch it LIVE online, remember that VAVEL USA is your best option.
Starting Pitcher- Venezuela
Martin Perez is in charge of opening today's game for Venezuela. The 31-year-old left-handed pitcher from the Texas Rangers organization will have the responsibility of leading the Venezuelans to the semifinals.
Starting pitcher- USA
Lance Lynn is scheduled to start today's game for the USA. The 35-year-old right-handed pitcher from the Chicago White Sox organization will have the responsibility of leading the Americans to the semifinals.
Previous clashes
This will be the fifth meeting between the USA and Venezuela in the WBC. In the 2009 edition, they faced each other three times, with an initial victory for USA by 15-6, then Mexico won twice by scores of 5-3 and 10-6.
Finally, in the 2017 edition, they faced each other in the second round, with a 4-2 victory for the Americans.
Roster- Venezuela
Pitchers: José Alvarado, Silvino Bracho, Endrys Briceno, Max Castillo, Jhoulys Chacín, Enmanuel De Jesus, Edwin Escobar, Luis Garcia, Norwith Gudino, Carlos Hernández, Darwinzon Hernandez, Elieser Hernandez, Erick Leal, Pablo López, Jesús Luzardo, Andres Machado, Martín Pérez, José Quijada, Alexis Rivero, Eduardo Rodriguez, José Ruiz, Ranger Suárez, Anthony Vizcaya.
Catchers: Robinson Chirinos, Omar Narváez, Salvador Perez.
Infielders: Jose Altuve, Luis Arraez, Eduardo Escobar, Andrés Giménez, Hernán Pérez, Luis Rengifo, Eugenio Suárez, Gleyber Torres.
Outfielders: Ronald Acuña Jr., David Peralta, Anthony Santander.
Designated Hitter: Miguel Cabrera.
Managers & Coaches: Omar López (Manager), Carlos Mendoza (Bench Coach), Rodolfo Hernandez (Hitting Coach), Wlfredo Romero (Assistant Hitting Coach), Ivan Arteaga (Pitching Coach), Rouglas Odor (First Base Coach), Ramon Borrego (Third Base Coach), Luis Ramirez (Bullpen Coach), Javier Bracamonte (Bullpen Catcher).
Roster- USA
Pitchers: Jason Adam (47), Daniel Bard (52), David Bednar (53), Kyle Freeland (21), Kendall Graveman (49), Merrill Kelly (29), Aaron Loup (26), Lance Lynn (33), Nick Martinez (22), Miles Mikolas (39), Adam Ottavino (0), Ryan Pressly (55), Brady Singer (51), Adam Wainwright (50), Devin Williams (38).
Receivers: Kyle Higashioka (66), J.T. Realmuto (10), Will Smith (16).
Infielders: Pete Alonso (20), Tim Anderson (7), Nolan Arenado (28), Paul Goldschmidt (46), Trea Turner (8), Bobby Witt Jr. (15).
Outfielders: Mookie Betts (3), Jeff McNeil (1), Cedric Mullins (31), Kyle Schwarber (12), Mike Trout (27), Kyle Tucker (30).
Managers and Coaches: Mark DeRosa (4-Manager), Jerry Manuel (11-Bench Coach), Brian McCann (34-Bench Coach), Ken Griffey Jr. (24-Batting Coach), Andy Pettitte (13-Pitching Coach), Lou Collier (6-First Base Coach), Dino Ebel (14-Third Base Coach), Dave Righetti (19-Bullpen Coach), Michael Young (9-Batting Practice Pitcher), Carlos Muñoz (96-Bullpen Catcher).
The last semifinalist is defined
This Saturday we will know the last inhabitant of the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic, the Stars and Stripes will face the Venezuelan team, in what promises to be a game full of emotions.
The Stadium
LoanDepot Park is the venue that will host the quarterfinal, semifinal and final games of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. With a capacity of 36.742 people, a great party is expected tonight.
Welcome
Good afternoon to all VAVEL readers! Welcome to the blog commentary of the quarterfinal game between USA vs Venezuela, corresponding to the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic 2023. The game will take place at LoanDepot park at 19:00 hours USA ET time.