"Philadelphia Phillies All-Star Bryce Harper announced on social media that he is joining the Team USA roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. "Put the colors on my chest for the 1st time when I was 15. No other feeling like it," Harper wrote in an Instagram post. "I'm excited to announce I will be representing Team USA this year in the WBC. Merica! 🇺🇸 #forglory""
"The 33-year-old appeared in 132 games for the Phillies this past season, hitting .261/.357/.487 with 32 doubles, 27 home runs, 75 RBI and 12 stolen bases. Harper is expected to play first base for Team USA, a position he permanently switched to in 2024 after moving from the outfield. Team USA will announce its full roster in the coming weeks. Harper joins a star-studded group that already includes New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge, Seattle Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh and Phillies teammate Kyle Schwarber."
Bryce Harper announced he is joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. He previously committed to the 2023 tournament but withdrew while recovering from Tommy John surgery. Harper won gold medals with USA Baseball's 16U and 18U teams in 2008 and 2009. The 33-year-old appeared in 132 games last season, hitting .261/.357/.487 with 32 doubles, 27 home runs, 75 RBI and 12 stolen bases. Harper permanently switched to first base in 2024 and is expected to play that position for Team USA. The United States will play in Pool B March 5-17, 2026, and seeks revenge after losing the 2023 final to Japan.
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