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Italy, USA Near Set WBC Quarterfinal Matchups as Mexico Trails 6-0

Jeff Passan noted Italy’s 6-0 lead over Mexico had the Italians tracking toward a 4-0 pool finish and a Saturday quarterfinal with Puerto Rico in Houston. If that result holds, USA’s path would also shift, with Team USA set to face Canada on Friday. Italy captain Vinnie Pasquantino fueled the scenario by launching his second homer of the game.