Favorites To Win The 2009 World Baseball Classic
March 14, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under Sports Rumors
What nation is the favorite to win the 2009 World Baseball Classic? Here’s are list of the top five contenders:
5. Venezuela
With a victory over the U.S. under their belts already, Venezuela has the ability to beat any team in the tournament. However, their talent isn’t as deep as the talent on other rosters.
4. United States
I might be showing my American pride by putting them up this high. They’ve lost two straight games and they don’t look like a serious championship contender at this point.
3. Cuba
Cuba always has a tough team in international play. They are isolated on an island and get to play with each other all year long. There is no team with more familiarity than Cuba.
2. Japan
The reigning champions have a legit chance to win it again. Although they already have a loss during tournament play, Japan definitely has a chance to go all the way.
1. Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is undefeated and after demolishing the United States on Saturday night by a final score of 11-1, this island looks like the favorite to win the 2009 World Baseball Classic.
