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Team USA Eyes Mets Pitcher to Start WBC Championship Game

Team USA Eyes Mets Pitcher to Start WBC Championship Game

Summary

New York Mets pitcher Nolan McLean is being considered to start the championship game for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. McLean recently debuted in Major League Baseball and has quickly become a standout pitcher for the Mets.

Key Facts

  • Nolan McLean is a pitcher for the New York Mets.
  • He made his major league debut last August.
  • McLean achieved a 5-1 win-loss record and a 2.06 earned run average (ERA) in eight regular season starts.
  • Team USA is considering McLean to start the World Baseball Classic championship game on March 17.
  • Team USA's manager, Mark DeRosa, has expressed that McLean will have an important role in the tournament.
  • McLean's strong performance has put him in a position to play a key game early in his career.

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