Why Francisco Lindor, Jose Altuve, More MLB Players Can't Play in 2026 World Baseball Classic

New York Mets star Francisco Lindor and Houston Astros star Jose Altuve will not be playing in the 2026 World Baseball Classic because they haven't been able to get their MLB contracts insured in case ...
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Lindor out of '26 Classic after undergoing cleanup procedure on elbow

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will not participate in the World Baseball Classic after having a cleanup procedure on his ...

Puerto Rico considers pulling out of WBC after insurance keeps stars off team

Insurance issues are preventing some of MLB's top players from participating in the 2026 WBC.

Report: MLB discussing WBC insurance after Puerto Rico threatens to withdraw

Ongoing controversy surrounding the World Baseball Classic's player insurance policy may result in some last-minute changes to rosters.On Saturday morning, after Puerto Rico captain Francisco Lindor ...

Team Puerto Rico considering World Baseball Classic withdrawal amid medical insurance obstacle

According to a recent report, Team Puerto Rico is considering not participating in the upcoming 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Why MLB stars are being told they can’t play in the World Baseball Classic

Puerto Rico threatens withdrawal from tournament because some of its best players can’t get insurance coverage ...