Team Canada’s group for the 2026 World Baseball Classic might not be a complete team, at least compared to who the country could have on the roster. However, Canada’s roster is a formidable one, a mix of All-Star talent, as well as youngsters who could be the next wave of stars for the country.

Pitchers

• LHP Logan Allen
• LHP Micah Ashman (Orioles)
• LHP Phillippe Aumont
• RHP Jordan Balazovic
• RHP Eric Cerantola (Royals)
• RHP Indigo Diaz (Diamondbacks)
• LHP Antoine Jean (Rockies)
• RHP Carter Loewen (Padres)
• LHP Adam Macko (Blue Jays)
• LHP James Paxton
• RHP Cal Quantrill (Rangers)
• RHP Noah Skirrow
• RHP Michael Soroka (Diamondbacks)
• RHP Jameson Taillon (Cubs)
• LHP Matt Wilkinson (Guardians)
• LHP Rob Zastryzny (Brewers)

Unfortunately for Team Canada, many familiar names are missing, particularly on the pitching side. Jonah Tong, who made his MLB debut with the Mets late last year, is not on this roster. Nor are Cade Smith, Matt Brash, and Diamondbacks pitching prospect Mitch Bratt, all of whom pitched for Canada in the last WBC.

The good news, though, is that the Canadians will have formidable starting pitchers to work with, headlined by Michael Soroka and Jameson Taillon.

Soroka, who signed with the Diamondbacks in December, had a good 2025 season despite dealing with injuries. The right-hander struck out 95 over 89 innings and found success with a tuned arsenal, regularly using that four-seamer that gave him success with the White Sox in 2024.

Taillon, born in the United States but eligible through a parent, is back for Team Canada. The Cub pitched for Canada in the 2013 World Baseball Classic as a Pirates prospect, where he struck out three over four innings.

Aside from those two, there are familiar names, both to baseball fans and Canadians. WBC vets Phillippe Aumont and Noah Skirrow are back. As is James Paxton, who will come out of retirement to pitch for Team Canada.

Prospects include Matt Wilkinson, nicknamed “Tugboat,” Eric Cerantola, and Micah Ashman. Ashman was acquired by the Orioles as part of the Charlie Morton trade to Detroit last July.

Catchers

• C Liam Hicks (Marlins)
• C Bo Naylor (Guardians)

Canada’s group of position players is largely comprised of Major Leaguers. The Canadians boast two MLB catchers: Liam Hicks and Bo Naylor.

The 26-year-old Hicks received 390 plate appearances last season for Miami. He didn’t hit for much power but was a reliable on-base threat, as he posted a .346 OBP in his rookie season.

Bo Naylor had a tough season overall in 2025, at least on paper. However, Naylor had a great September for the Guardians, playing a key role in Cleveland’s improbable rise to the top of the AL Central.

Infielders

• INF Tyler Black (Brewers)
• CI Matt Davidson
• INF Adam Hall
• 1B/2B Edouard Julien (Rockies)
• SS Otto Lopez (Marlins)
• 1B Josh Naylor (Mariners)
• CI Abraham Toro (Royals)

First base has generally been a strong spot for Team Canada, dating back to the inception of the World Baseball Classic.

Canada has gone from Justin Morneau — a coach for the 2026 team — to Joey Votto — to Freddie Freeman. But with Freeman not on the roster, Josh Naylor will take the mantle as the de facto starting first baseman.

Naylor had a great overall season between Arizona and Seattle, as he hit 20 home runs and 30 stolen bases. He will need to be a run producer.

Canada also has some versatility in the infield. Adam Hall spent most of his early years as an infielder but was primarily an outfielder over the last few seasons in the Brewers’ system.

Tyler Black bounced around between first and left field last season in Triple-A Nashville. And Edouard Julien has experience playing first and second base.

Outfielders

• RF Owen Caissie (Marlins)
• CF Denzel Clarke (Athletics)
• LF Tyler O’Neill (Orioles)
• CF Jacob Robson
• OF/DH Jared Young (Mets)

Canada’s outfield features one of the premier defenders in the Majors today, in Denzel Clarke.

The 25-year-old Clarke posted a +13 Outs Above Average last season and made highlight-reel catches in center field for the Athletics.

Another plus for manager Ernie Whitt is that he’ll be able to split his lineup well between lefties and righties. Tyler O’Neill is a formidable power hitter when healthy, while Owen Caisse is a slugger on the rise.

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