Team USA beats Canada to set up WBC semis showdown vs. D.R.

"The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada on Friday night, joining the Dominican team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings. San Francisco right-hander Logan Webb twirled 4⅔ shutout innings, and Team USA withstood a late Canada rally to set up the Sunday-night showdown between the tournament's two most talented teams."

"Team USA ace Paul Skenes will start against the D.R. in the semifinals, with an expanded pitch count -- limited in earlier rounds, starters can throw up to 95 pitches in the semifinals and finals -- and a lineup of All-Stars in his way. The formidable Dominican offense already has tied a record for home runs by a team in the WBC with 14."

"The Americans, meanwhile, have staggered along, far from a dominant force but good enough to sneak out of pool play and slip by Canada in front of 38,054 at Daikin Park."

Team USA secured a 5-3 victory over Canada in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinals against the Dominican Republic. Logan Webb pitched 4⅔ shutout innings for the Americans, who built a 5-0 lead through the sixth inning before Canada mounted a late rally. The Dominican Republic advanced by mercy-ruling Korea 10-0 in seven innings and has tied a WBC record with 14 home runs. Paul Skenes will start for Team USA in Sunday's semifinal matchup, with expanded pitch count allowances. Despite not playing dominantly throughout the tournament, the Americans secured their spot in front of 38,054 fans at Daikin Park.

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