Stanton will play in World Baseball Classic

Marlins star to represent his country

Giancarlo Stanton playing for Team USA

MIAMI – Marlins slugger Giancarlo Stanton will play for his country in March.

Stanton announced Tuesday night that he will be participating in the World Baseball Classic.

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Stanton posted on social media, "Boom, I'm coming back to  Team USA - World Baseball Classic let's go!!!!"

Stanton will join his teammate Christian Yelich on the roster.

Team USA will play at Marlins Park starting on March 9.

 


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David Lang is executive producer of the Local 10 sports department.