
Pasquantino’s three-homer eruption powers Italy past Mexico, vaults U.S. into WBC quarterfinals
Vinnie Pasquantino hit the World Baseball Classic’s first three-homer game, powering Italy to a 9-1 win over Mexico to finish Pool B undefeated and secure the United States a spot in the quarterfinals; Italy will face Puerto Rico in Houston, while Canada and the Dominican Republic also posted pool wins.

