HOUSTON –
Italy pulled off a stunning 8-6 upset over the United States in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday, leaving the star-studded host facing possible elimination from the tournament.
Italy — whose team is made up mostly of American players with Italian heritage — roared into an 8-0 lead after home runs from catcher Kyle Teel, shortstop Sam Antonacci and outfielder Jac Caglianone.
The U.S. rallied in the late innings to set up a nervy finale, but Italy held on to seal a famous win in Houston.