Jameson Taillon to Play For Team Canada in 2026 World Baseball Classic
Another member of the Cubs has committed to play in the World Baseball Classic, as Jameson Taillon will take the mound for Team Canada, first reported by Johnny Giunta of the Gate 14 podcast. Taillon, who is entering the final year of his four-year contract with the Cubs, has accumulated 4.9 fWAR across 80 starts since joining the organization. He was 11-7 with a 3.68 ERA this past season, but only logged 129.2 innings due to calf and groin injuries.
The 34-year-old has been posting videos of his throwing routines throughout the offseason, something he’s done in previous offseasons as well. Teams will have to approach spring training differently this year due to the number of players participating in the WBC, but that’s the case every three years. There’s no threat to actual games, as the tournament will conclude before Opening Day.
Spring Training ‘26 right around the corner!! Time to get rockin. pic.twitter.com/LO0OsEWIGg
— Jameson Taillon (@JTaillon50) January 6, 2026
Taillon is one of several Cubs players to announce their intent to participate in the WBC, with Pete Crow-Armstrong and Matthew Boyd committing to Team USA. Owen Caissie, who was traded to the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, will join Taillon on Team Canada.
