World Baseball Classic: When was the first tournament?
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The World Baseball Classic is back for the sixth time, with teams coming together from around the globe to compete.
The action will begin with opening-round games taking place in Miami (loanDepot Park), Houston (Daikin), San Juan, Puerto Rico (Hiram Bithorn Stadium), and Tokyo, Japan (Tokyo Dome). The championship rounds will take place in Miami.
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The WBC began in 2006, featuring Major League Baseball players on their respective national team rosters. Games took place in and around Tokyo, Japan and in America.
The American host cities included Anaheim (California), San Diego, Phoenix, Scottsdale (Arizona), Lake Buena Vista (Florida) and San Juan (Puerto Rico).
Who won the first World Baseball Classic?
Japan won the 2006 World Baseball Classic following a 10-6 victory over Cuba in the final.
Pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka of Japan was named MVP.
Cuba qualified for the championship round with a victory over the Dominican Republic. Japan qualified after a win over South Korea.
Who played for Team USA in 2006 World Baseball Classic?
Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, Chipper Jones and Ken Griffey Jr. were among the position players on the American roster.
Roger Clemens, Jake Peavy and Huston Street were among the pitchers for Team USA.
How did Team USA perform in 2006 World Baseball Classic?
The United States finished with a 2-1 record to reach the second round. The run would not last much longer, as it was eliminated after finishing the second round with a 1-2 record.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: When was the first World Baseball Classic and who won it?