ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan joins Golic & Golic to break down the latest drama in the World Baseball Classic, including Team USA’s surprising loss, tournament momentum, and the growing intensity of international baseball. Passan explains whether Team USA underestimated its competition, why the Dominican Republic looks like the tournament favorite, and how the WBC means far more to some countries than many fans realize. He also dives into the drama between Randy Arozarena and Cal Raleigh, discusses the emotional stakes of representing your country, and explains why the outcome of this tournament could motivate Team USA heading into the 2028 Olympics. Timestamps: 0:22 – Mark DeRosa’s comments and Team USA urgency 1:17 – Why Italy’s roster was stronger than people expected 2:01 – Team USA’s fate now depends on other results 2:26 – How big of an upset was this loss? 4:03 – Which team has been most impressive in the WBC? 4:18 – Why the Dominican Republic is the tournament favorite 5:27 ...