United States advances to its third consecutive final by defeating Dominican Republic
The United States made the most of two home runs hit by Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony in the fourth inning to defeat the Dominican Republic 2-1 this Sunday and advance to the World Baseball Classic final for the third consecutive time. In an emotional game played at Miami's Loan Depot Park stadium, the tension was felt from beginning to end, and the final play was surrounded by controversy when the umpire called strike on a pitch from Mason Miller that struck out switch-hitter Geraldo Perdomo, sealing the American victory.
TL;DR
- The United States defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 to reach the World Baseball Classic final for the third consecutive time.
- Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony hit home runs in the fourth inning to give the USA the lead.
- Dominican Republic's Junior Caminero hit a solo home run in the second inning, setting a new tournament record for home runs.
- The USA bullpen provided solid support after starter Paul Skenes allowed one run in four and a third innings.
- The controversial final out was a called strike on Geraldo Perdomo.
- The USA will face the winner of the Italy vs. Venezuela semifinal in the championship game.