USA beats Great Britain 9-1 in World Baseball Classic, advancing to 2-0.

The United States defeated Great Britain 9-1 in World Baseball Classic Pool B play in Houston, improving to 2-0. Kyle Schwarber hit a two-run, 427-foot homer in the fifth inning to break a tie, sparking a five-run rally after an error and wild pitch. Gunnar Henderson went 4-for-5 with multiple RBIs, while Alex Bregman, Aaron Judge, and Will Smith also drove in runs. Clay Holmes earned the win with three scoreless innings, striking out six, as the U.S. bullpen preserved the lead. Great Britain, led by Nate Eaton’s early home run, managed only three hits and failed to advance any baserunners beyond Eaton. The U.S. prepares to face Mexico, while Great Britain drops to 0-2 and plays Italy.