Pasquantino’s Slip-Up: Italy Captain’s Semifinals Prediction Irks Venezuela
Team Italy captain Vinnie Pasquantino inadvertently sparked controversy after listing the expected World Baseball Classic semifinalists, omitting Venezuela before they played their quarterfinal game. Pasquantino quickly apologized for the oversight on social media, expressing support for the Venezuelan team and his Royals teammates who are representing them. The incident highlights the high stakes and competitive nature of the tournament.