Italy defeats Puerto Rico
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Puerto Rico was forced to remove its starting pitcher against Italy in their World Baseball Classic matchup.
Italy reached the World Baseball Classic semifinals after defeating Puerto Rico 8–6 in Houston. Vinnie Pasquantino played a key role in the win while Seth Lugo struggled on the mound for Puerto Rico.
Venezuela beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan 8-5 in the World Baseball Classic on Saturday night to advance to the semifinals against unbeaten Italy.