April 14, 2025

ALL RISE: Aaron Judge to Lead Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic

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ALL RISE: Aaron Judge to Lead Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic

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America’s captain is answering the call. Aaron Judge, the towering face of the New York Yankees and one of baseball’s most dominant sluggers, has officially committed to represent Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The announcement sent shockwaves through the baseball world—and a surge of patriotic energy through fans across the nation.

This isn’t just a roster addition. This is a statement.

When the world’s best players gather to compete for global baseball supremacy, every country brings its finest. Now, so will the United States. Judge, now dubbed “Captain America” for his leadership, humility, and Herculean power at the plate, is the first major domino to fall. And what a domino he is.

The 6’7” slugger will now turn his sights toward international glory. Judge brings more than just MVP-caliber talent—he brings a winning mentality. A symbol of excellence. A reason for every American fan to believe that the WBC trophy is coming home.

Judge’s commitment signals a new era for Team USA. One where no excuses are made, and no opportunity to represent the Stars and Stripes is taken lightly. The message is clear: ALL RISE for something bigger than baseball.

Let this be the spark. Let the best of America rise together, just like every other nation’s stars do. The rest of the world has been on notice—now it’s our turn to bring the fire.

Aaron Judge is only the beginning. The road to 2026 starts now.

The United States last won the World Baseball Classic in 2017.

Led by a star-studded roster that included players like Giancarlo Stanton, Marcus Stroman, Christian Yelich, Nolan Arenado, and Adam Jones, Team USA captured its first-ever WBC title with a dominant 8–0 victory over Puerto Rico in the championship game held at Dodger Stadium.

Marcus Stroman delivered a masterful performance on the mound in the final, earning Tournament MVP honors, while the team’s blend of power, pitching, and passion finally brought the WBC trophy home after previous near-misses in earlier tournaments.

Now, with Aaron Judge joining the 2026 squad, Team USA looks to reclaim that 2017 magic—and bring home title number two.




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