Shay Whitcomb Powers Korea to WBC Opening Victory

Houston Astros infielder Shay Whitcomb delivered a standout performance in the World Baseball Classic opener, hitting two home runs to lead Korea to an 11-4 victory over Czechia. Whitcomb, who has recorded only 79 major league plate appearances, also homered in an exhibition game last week. His power display in Tokyo serves as a significant boost for his profile, as he looks to translate his WBC success into more consistent opportunities with the Astros.