DeRosa’s Decision Under Fire After USA’s WBC Collapse
DeRosa’s Decision Under Fire After USA’s WBC Collapse  
Podcast: Evan & Tiki
Published On: Wed Mar 18 2026
Description: After a tight loss, the spotlight turns to bullpen management, unanswered questions about pitcher availability, and whether DeRosa’s explanation for not using key arms actually holds up under scrutiny. The hosts break down the controversial handling of Mason Miller, the logic behind saving pitchers for hypothetical situations, and the broader issue of MLB teams influencing in-game decisions during the WBC. They debate whether DeRosa was put in a no-win situation or simply mismanaged the moment, while also examining how tournament restrictions and communication failures may have played a role in the outcome.