Former Williamsport Crosscutters Shine at World Baseball Classic

Eight players from the iconic minor league team will represent their nations in the 2026 tournament

Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:56pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game with players from different nations, their movements and jerseys fractured into sharp, overlapping planes of vibrant colors representing their home countries.The diverse international representation of former Williamsport Crosscutters players in the 2026 World Baseball Classic reflects the team's global impact and talent development.Williamsport Today

The Williamsport Crosscutters, a minor league baseball team, are making a global impact as eight of their former players will represent their home countries in the upcoming 2026 World Baseball Classic. These players, hailing from Australia, the Dominican Republic, Great Britain, Puerto Rico, and Venezuela, have all had impressive careers since their time with the Crosscutters, with some even making it to the major leagues.

Why it matters

The international representation of former Williamsport Crosscutters players in the World Baseball Classic highlights the team's talent development and its ability to produce players who can compete at the highest levels of the sport. This is a testament to the Crosscutters' role in nurturing baseball talent and their impact on the global game.

The details

The eight former Crosscutters players set to compete in the 2026 World Baseball Classic are: Tim Kennelly and Mitch Edwards (Australia), Seranthony Domínguez and Johan Rojas (Dominican Republic), Vance Worley (Great Britain), Yacksel Ríos and Eduardo Rivera (Puerto Rico), and Ranger Suárez (Venezuela). These players have had diverse journeys, with some making it to the MLB and others continuing their careers in their home countries or other professional leagues.

  • The 2026 World Baseball Classic is scheduled to take place in the spring of 2026.
  • The Williamsport Crosscutters were founded in 1989 and have been a fixture in the minor league system for over three decades.

The players

Tim Kennelly

A former Crosscutter who joined the team in 2007 after signing with the Phillies. He had a solid season with the team but was released in 2013, after which he briefly joined the Rangers and has since been a staple for the Perth Heat in the Australian Baseball League.

Mitch Edwards

Signed by the Phillies in 2018, Edwards had a brief stint with the Crosscutters in 2019. After being released in 2021, he returned to Australia and is now playing for the Adelaide Giants.

Seranthony Domínguez

A 2016 Crosscutter, Domínguez was signed by the Phillies as an international free agent. He made his MLB debut in 2018 and had a successful run until being traded to the Orioles and later the Blue Jays. He competed in the 2025 World Series and is now with the Chicago White Sox.

Johan Rojas

Another 2019 Crosscutter, Rojas signed with the Phillies in 2018. He made his MLB debut in 2023 and has been splitting time between Philadelphia and the Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs.

Vance Worley

With a unique eligibility story, Worley competed for Great Britain due to his mother's nationality. He had a brief but impressive stint with the Crosscutters in 2008, leading to an eight-year MLB career with various teams.

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What they’re saying

“It's amazing to see so many former Crosscutters players representing their countries on the global stage. This just goes to show the kind of talent that comes through our organization.”

— Gordon Gross, Williamsport Crosscutters General Manager

“I'm honored to be playing for Great Britain in the World Baseball Classic. My time with the Crosscutters was a formative part of my career, and I'm excited to showcase my skills on an international level.”

— Vance Worley

What’s next

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is set to take place in the spring, with the former Crosscutters players representing their nations in iconic venues around the world. Fans will be eagerly watching to see how these players perform on the global stage.

The takeaway

The international representation of former Williamsport Crosscutters players in the World Baseball Classic is a testament to the team's ability to develop talented baseball players. This showcases the Crosscutters' impact on the sport and their role in nurturing the next generation of global stars.