Dominican team rebounds

[NewsWhore]

The much anticipated World Baseball Classic is finally here and this year's teams are bringing the heat. Just ask the Dominican team what they think about the Dutch team, which pulled off a surprising victory against the DR, 3-2, in Pool D's opening round game on Saturday. The win is being described as the most shocking victory in international baseball history. The Dominican team came into the tournament a heavy favorite, especially since the DR is one of two teams in the 16-team tournament, made up off all MLB professional baseball players. However the Dutch, not known for their baseball prowess, came into the tournament with a ragtag bunch of players from Curacao, Aruba and Canada. The Netherlands mustered three hits during the game and only three balls "escaped" the infield, but the Dominicans' sloppy play had much to do with the loss. However, facing elimination the Dominican Republic stepped to the plate during Sunday night's game 2 and took their frustrations out on Panama. It was a must-win situation for the DR and they came through as they pummeled the Panamanian team 9-0 on the back of catcher Miguel Olivo, who had two homeruns. Now the DR will sit back and await the winner of the Puerto Rico v. Netherlands game. However, there is no longer a guarantee that the DR will make it to the second round.
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