Baseball enthusiasts will witness the debut of the **2026 Team USA** today in a pre-World Baseball Classic (WBC) exhibition match against the **San Francisco Giants**. The game is set to take place at **Scottsdale Stadium** in Scottsdale, Arizona, with first pitch scheduled for **15:00 ET**. Manager **Mark DeRosa** will showcase a roster filled with stars, including **Aaron Judge**, **Bryce Harper**, **Kyle Schwarber**, and **Alex Bregman**.
This encounter offers fans a preview of the U.S. team before the WBC, which officially begins later this week. Despite entering the tournament as a favorite, only five players from the **2023 roster** return, providing a fresh look for the national team. The exhibition against the Giants is one of two opportunities for DeRosa to finalize his lineup ahead of their opening game against **Brazil** on **March 6**.
Viewing Options for Today’s Game
Fans can catch the action live on **ESPN**, where the broadcast team will include **Jon Sciambi**, **Doug Glanville**, and **Alden Gonzalez**. Those unable to access traditional television can stream the game via the **ESPN app** or on **Fubo**, which offers a free trial for new subscribers.
For radio listeners, the game will be available on **SiriusXM**, with the Giants’ broadcast airing on channel 177. New subscribers can enjoy a **four-month free trial** of SiriusXM, allowing access to a wide range of sports coverage.
World Baseball Classic Schedule Overview
The **2026 World Baseball Classic** kicks off on **March 4**, featuring a matchup between **Australia** and **Chinese Taipei** in Tokyo. Most teams will begin their tournament play on **March 6**, with Team USA’s first game against Brazil set for **20:00 ET** at the **Astros’ Daikin Park**.
Fans can look forward to an exciting lineup of games in the coming days. Below is a brief overview of the initial matchups:
– **March 4**: Australia vs. Chinese Taipei at 22:00 ET
– **March 5**: Korea vs. Czechia at 05:00 ET; Czechia vs. Australia at 22:00 ET
– **March 6**: Chinese Taipei vs. Japan at 05:00 ET; Brazil vs. USA at 20:00 ET
As the tournament progresses, fans can expect intense competition and thrilling performances from some of the best talent in baseball. The excitement builds as Team USA and its fans prepare for what promises to be a captivating WBC experience.
