Giants Ace Logan Webb 'Close' to Joining Team USA for 2026 World Baseball Classic

San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb is reportedly "close" to joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with full support from manager Mark DeRosa, who stated, "Logan Webb’s participation is definitely something we are interested in." While the partnership remains unofficial due to procedural hurdles, Webb, a two-time MLB All-Star, is seen as a great addition. He previously intended to pitch in the 2023 WBC but opted to focus on changing the Giants' culture and signed a five-year, $90 million extension. Now, with new Giants manager Tony Vitello handling culture duties, Webb is better positioned to represent his country. The seven-year veteran finished the 2025 MLB season fourth in NL Cy Young Award voting, posting a 15-11 record, a 3.22 ERA, and leading MLB with 207 innings pitched and 34 starts.