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Yankees Lefty Departs Team USA Ahead of WBC Quarterfinals: Report

Yankees Lefty Departs Team USA Ahead of WBC Quarterfinals: Report

Summary

Ryan Yarbrough, a pitcher for the New York Yankees, has left Team USA during the World Baseball Classic. He was only supposed to play during the early rounds to prepare for the regular season with the Yankees.

Key Facts

  • Ryan Yarbrough joined Team USA for the World Baseball Classic as a replacement for Joe Ryan.
  • Yarbrough was only expected to participate in the pool play games.
  • He pitched 2 1/3 innings against Italy, allowing three runs during the game.
  • Yarbrough has returned to the Yankees to prepare for the upcoming MLB season.
  • Team USA has not yet announced who will replace Yarbrough for the championship rounds.
  • Logan Webb from the San Francisco Giants is set to start the next game for Team USA against Canada.

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