Summary
Philadelphia Phillies player Trea Turner says he did not get an invitation to join Team USA for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, despite his strong past performance. However, a report claims he was invited but declined when told he would need to switch positions. Turner will not be playing with Team USA in their next game against Brazil.
Key Facts
- Trea Turner, a Philadelphia Phillies shortstop, was a standout in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
- Turner says he was not invited to join the USA team for the upcoming World Baseball Classic.
- A report claims Turner was invited but he declined because he would have to play a different position.
- Team USA has chosen Bobby Witt Jr. as a primary shortstop for the tournament.
- Gunnar Henderson, another player, can cover multiple infield positions during the tournament.
- Turner will not be playing when Team USA starts the tournament against Brazil.
- An outfielder, Corbin Carroll, was injured and replaced by Roman Anthony, but Turner was not called for this position.
- There is some debate about whether Team USA should have included Turner due to his past performance.
