The 2026 World Baseball Classic comes down to one final showdown Tuesday night in Miami, Florida.
Venezuela (5-1) and Team USA (5-1) arrive at the championship game with identical records, forcing a coin toss to determine home-field designation — a break that ultimately went to Team USA. Now, with a title on the line at loanDepot park, two of the tournament’s deepest and most explosive rosters will battle for global baseball supremacy.
Team USA punched its ticket to the final after taking down Canada in the quarterfinals and surviving a tense 2-1 semifinal win over the Dominican Republic, sealed by a controversial called third strike. Venezuela’s path has been equally dramatic, rallying past defending champion Japan in the quarterfinals before mounting another comeback to eliminate Italy in the semifinals.
From a financial standpoint, Team USA enters the championship with the highest total team payroll in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, while Venezuela ranks third among all 20 participating teams.
With both teams showcasing resilience and star power throughout the tournament, Tuesday night sets up as a fitting conclusion to a highly competitive WBC.
Venezuela vs. USA Game Info
- 📍 Where: loanDepot park, Miami, FL
- 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 17
- ⏰ First Pitch: 8:00 PM ET
- 📺 Broadcast: FOX
Venezuela vs. USA Current Odds
Team USA has emerged as a clear favorite, backed by its lineup depth and overall roster strength.
Here’s a look at the latest lines available at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook:
Odds are subject to change.
Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | USA -275, Venezuela +200 |
| Run Line | USA -1.5 (-120), Venezuela +1.5 (+100) |
| Total (Runs) | Over 8.5 (-125), Under 8.5 (-105) |
Venezuela vs. USA Pitching Matchup
Team USA will hand the ball to New York Mets right-hander Nolan McLean, who looks to bounce back after a rocky WBC debut. In his only appearance this tournament, McLean lasted three innings against Italy, surrendering three earned runs, including a pair of home runs, while dealing with command issues. Despite that outing, Team USA is trusting his upside in the biggest moment of the tournament.
Venezuela counters with veteran left-hander Eduardo Rodríguez of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Rodríguez also had a tough first start in this year’s WBC, giving up three earned runs in just 2 2/3 innings against the Dominican Republic. Like McLean, he’ll be aiming for a much sharper performance under the bright lights of the championship stage.
Given both starters struggled in their previous outings, early offense and bullpen management could play a decisive role in determining the winner.
Venezuela vs. USA Player Props
With a championship on the line, there are a wide range of player props featured under the Game Exclusives tab at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook:
Strikeout Props
- Nolan McLean 3+ Strikeouts -1300
- Eduardo Rodríguez 3+ Strikeouts -600
- Nolan McLean 4+ Strikeouts -375
- Eduardo Rodríguez 4+ Strikeouts -220
- Nolan McLean 5+ Strikeouts -155
- Eduardo Rodríguez 5+ Strikeouts +110
- Nolan McLean 6+ Strikeouts +150
- Eduardo Rodríguez 6+ Strikeouts +240
- Nolan McLean 7+ Strikeouts +300
- Eduardo Rodríguez 7+ Strikeouts +500
- Nolan McLean 8+ Strikeouts +750
- Eduardo Rodríguez 8+ Strikeouts +1100
Home Run Props
- Kyle Schwarber to Record 1+ Home Run +225
- Aaron Judge to Record 1+ Home Run +225
- Cal Raleigh to Record 1+ Home Run +350
- Alex Bregman to Record 1+ Home Run +375
- Bryce Harper to Record 1+ Home Run +375
- Pete Crow-Armstrong to Record 1+ Home Run +425
- Roman Anthony to Record 1+ Home Run +450
- Ronald Acuña Jr. to Record 1+ Home Run +500
- Eugenio Suárez to Record 1+ Home Run +500
- Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 1+ Home Run +500
- Wilyer Abreu to Record 1+ Home Run +600
- Jackson Chourio to Record 1+ Home Run +700
- Gleyber Torres to Record 1+ Home Run +750
- Brice Turang to Record 1+ Home Run +800
- William Contreras to Record 1+ Home Run +800
- Ezequiel Tovar to Record 1+ Home Run +850
- Maikel Garcia to Record 1+ Home Run +900
- Luis Arráez to Record 1+ Home Run +1000
Total Bases Props
- Aaron Judge to Record 2+ Total Bases -110
- Kyle Schwarber to Record 2+ Total Bases +100
- Bryce Harper to Record 2+ Total Bases +105
- Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 2+ Total Bases +110
- Alex Bregman to Record 2+ Total Bases +120
- Cal Raleigh to Record 2+ Total Bases +135
- Pete Crow-Armstrong to Record 2+ Total Bases +140
- Roman Anthony to Record 2+ Total Bases +140
- Luis Arráez to Record 2+ Total Bases +150
- Brice Turang to Record 2+ Total Bases +160
- Ronald Acuña Jr. to Record 2+ Total Bases +165
- Maikel Garcia to Record 2+ Total Bases +185
- Gleyber Torres to Record 2+ Total Bases +195
- Eugenio Suárez to Record 2+ Total Bases +200
- William Contreras to Record 2+ Total Bases +200
- Ezequiel Tovar to Record 2+ Total Bases +200
- Wilyer Abreu to Record 2+ Total Bases +210
- Jackson Chourio to Record 2+ Total Bases +225
Double Props
- Bryce Harper to Record 1+ Double +350
- Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 1+ Double +350
- Alex Bregman to Record 1+ Double +375
- Aaron Judge to Record 1+ Double +400
- Kyle Schwarber to Record 1+ Double +425
- Roman Anthony to Record 1+ Double +425
- Maikel Garcia to Record 1+ Double +450
- Pete Crow-Armstrong to Record 1+ Double +450
- Cal Raleigh to Record 1+ Double +475
- Brice Turang to Record 1+ Double +500
- Ezequiel Tovar to Record 1+ Double +500
- Gleyber Torres to Record 1+ Double +525
- William Contreras to Record 1+ Double +525
- Luis Arráez to Record 1+ Double +525
- Ronald Acuña Jr. to Record 1+ Double +525
- Eugenio Suárez to Record 1+ Double +600
- Jackson Chourio to Record 1+ Double +650
- Wilyer Abreu to Record 1+ Double +650
Stolen Base Props
- Bobby Witt Jr to Record 1+ Stolen Base +375
- Maikel Garcia to Record 1+ Stolen Base +450
- Pete Crow-Armstrong to Record 1+ Stolen Base +525
- Ronald Acuña Jr. to Record 1+ Stolen Base +600
- Brice Turang to Record 1+ Stolen Base +850
- Jackson Chourio to Record 1+ Stolen Base +900
- Wilyer Abreu to Record 1+ Stolen Base +1100
Combo Props
- Nolan McLean 5+ Strikeouts & USA to Win +100
- Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 1+ Hits & Luis Arráez to Record 1+ Hits & Over 8.5 Total +185
- Nolan McLean to Record 5+ Strikeouts & Eduardo Rodríguez to Record 5+ Strikeouts +220
- Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 1+ Hits & Aaron Judge to Record 1+ Hits & Luis Arráez to Record 1+ Hits & Ronald Acuña Jr. to Record 1+ Hits +260
- USA to Win & Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 1+ Hits & Luis Arráez to Record 1+ Hits & Over 8.5 Total +275
- Eduardo Rodríguez to Record 5+ Strikeouts & Venezuela Win +425
- Aaron Judge to Record 2+ Hits & Ronald Acuña Jr. to Record 2+ Hits +1000
- Bryce Harper to Record 2+ Hits & Gleyber Torres to Record 2+ Hits +1100
- USA to Win & Bobby Witt Jr. to Record 3+ Hits & Luis Arráez to Record 1+ Hits & Over 8.5 Total +1600
Venezuela & USA WBC MVP Odds
With one game left, the WBC MVP race is wide open and likely to be decided by who delivers in the championship:
Venezuela MVP Odds
- Ronald Acuña Jr. +800
- Luis Arráez +2000
- Maikel Garcia +2000
- Jackson Chourio +3000
- Wilyer Abreu +3000
- Eugenio Suárez +5000
- Gleyber Torres +5000
- Salvador Perez +7500
- Ranger Suárez +20000
Team USA MVP Odds
- Aaron Judge +300
- Roman Anthony +700
- Bobby Witt Jr. +800
- Gunnar Henderson +1000
- Kyle Schwarber +1400
- Pete Crow-Armstrong +2500
- Nolan McLean +3000
- Bryce Harper +4000
- Paul Skenes +5000
- Will Smith +5000
- Brice Turang +5000
- Cal Raleigh +7500
- Logan Webb +10000
- Alex Bregman +10000
- Byron Buxton +20000
A big performance Tuesday night, especially in a high-leverage moment, will likely determine who takes home the tournament’s top individual honor.
WBC Championship Game Implications
Tuesday night’s matchup will crown the 2026 World Baseball Classic champion, closing out a tournament filled with upsets, comebacks, and standout performances.
- For Team USA, a win would validate a hard-fought path through the knockout stage and deliver another title on home soil.
- For Venezuela, the opportunity represents a chance to complete a dramatic run that included comeback wins over both Japan and Italy, potentially delivering the nation its first WBC championship.
Everything now comes down to nine innings, or more, with a world championship at stake.
Be sure to check Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook for updated odds, props, and live betting markets before and during Tuesday night’s championship.
Referenced odds are subject to change.
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