Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who has an AL-record 38 homers before the All-Star Game, has committed to the 2026 World Baseball Classic for the United States. Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. will again participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic for the United States, he announced.

A native of the Bahamas, Chisholm will suit up for Team Great Britain, which made a surprise quarterfinals run in 2023. The Yankees infielder is coming off a stellar season, including a career-high 31 home runs with 31 stolen bases for the Bronx Bombers. He also earned his second career All-Star appearance and his first Silver Slugger Award.