How to watch Team USA vs. Colombia in World Baseball Classic was originally published on NBC Sports Boston
Team USA controls their destiny at the World Baseball Classic, but they have little room for error going into the final game of billiards.
After a disappointing performance against Mexico On Sunday, the Americans struck back on Monday with a 12-1 win Canada. The win put the team on the doorstep of the quarterfinals, but they still need to overcome one more opponent to claim their ticket to the next round.
Colombia are Team USA’s last remaining opponents in Pool C. The South American club already have a win over Mexico under their belt, so Mike Trout, Mookie Betts and company will have to bring their A-game to Arizona on Wednesday.
Here’s everything you need to know about Team USA’s Pool C Finals vs. Colombia:
When does Team USA vs. Colombia World Baseball Classic start?
The first pitch is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET at Chase Field in Phoenix.
On which TV channel is the Team USA vs. Colombia World Baseball Classic game shown?
The US-Colombia competition will be broadcast on FS1.
How to stream Team USA vs Colombia World Baseball Classic game
You can also stream the action FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports app.
What are the Pool C World Baseball Classic standings?
Team USA topped the Pool C standings with Canada and Mexico with a record 2-1.
After the four-game round robin, the top two teams from Pool C advance to the Quarterfinals. Canada and Mexico play each other on Wednesday, so the winner of this game will earn one of the places in the quarterfinals of Pool C, while the loser will be eliminated if Team USA beats Colombia.
Who are the starting pitchers for Team USA vs. Colombia?
Merrill Kelly will return to the mound at Chase Field for Team USA on Wednesday. The Arizona Diamondbacks went 13-8 in the 2022 MLB season with a 3.37 ERA.
On the other hand, Luis De Avila is set to start for Colombia. The 21-year-old right-hander plays in the Atlanta Braves minor league system.
What is the expected starting line-up for Team USA against Colombia?
Team USA faced left starters in two of their first three games, leading to some changes from manager Mark DeRosa. The skipper drew criticism after the team’s loss to Mexico, a game that left Trea Turner, JT Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber out of the starting line-up. Turner and Realmuto were back in Monday’s win against Canada.
While no line-up has been announced for Wednesday’s pool game finals, Monday’s line-up could give a taste of what Team USA has in store against Colombia:
1. Mookie Betts, RF
2. Mike Trout, DH
3. Paul Goldschmidt, 1B
4. Nolan Arenado, 3B
5. Kyle Tucker, LF
6. Tim Anderson, 2B
7. JT Realmuto, C
8. Trea Turner, SS
9. Eric Mullins CF
Bank: C Will Smith, C Kyle Higashioka, 1B Pete Alonso, 2B Jeff McNeil, 3B Bobby Witt Jr., BY Kyle Schwarber
