"Seiya Suzuki limped off the field after he was caught stealing to end the 1st inning in Japan's loss to Venezuela in the WBC quarterfinals. There's been no imaging yet, or at least we aren't aware of any diagnosis beyond right knee discomfort, but it's a good sign that he was able to walk off under his own power."
"Having four legitimate pitches will make Brown much more of a weapon regardless of his role. He figures to be a multi-inning reliever if he breaks camp on the active roster, but he'll get occasional starts as the season goes along."
"I'm not sure Francisco Cervelli's team has the arms to see this thing through after yesterday's contest resembled a travel ball tourney in which pitch limits force coaches to throw anyone who happens to be available."
Japan lost to Venezuela in the WBC quarterfinals with Seiya Suzuki sustaining a right knee injury while attempting to steal a base in the first inning. Suzuki was able to walk off the field independently, though no imaging or formal diagnosis has been reported. The Cubs received positive news from Daniel Palencia, who threw triple-digit fastballs in relief. Italy upset Puerto Rico in Saturday's matchup, though Puerto Rico's pitching staff appeared depleted after heavy usage. Ben Brown impressed in spring training, developing a new sinker with Clay Holmes' assistance. Paul Skenes and Team USA prepare for a semifinal matchup with a World Baseball Classic finals berth at stake.
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