Yankees Defeat Panama in Exhibition Match Ahead of World Baseball Classic

The New York Yankees defeated the Panama national baseball team 11-1 in an exhibition game held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at George Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. This marks the first time Panama’s national team has faced a Major League Baseball team with the Yankees’ storied history Newsroom Panama.

Yankees’ Offensive Performance

The Yankees’ victory was powered by strong offensive contributions, particularly from catcher JC Escarra, who went 2-for-2 with a home run and 3 RBIs. Infielder Ryan McMahon also excelled, going 2-for-3 with 2 RBIs Newsroom Panama. The Bronx team scored runs in multiple innings, adding 2 in the bottom of the first, 3 in the fourth, 2 in the fifth, 2 in the sixth, and 2 more in the eighth, accumulating a total of 13 hits and 11 runs.

Panama’s Performance

Panama managed only three hits during the game. Jhony Santos went 1-for-1, even as Johan Camargo and Enrique Bradfield each went 1-for-3. Bradfield also scored Panama’s sole run Newsroom Panama. Bradfield, whose parents were born in Panama, is part of a team focused on a “scrappy” and fast-paced style of play MLB.com.

Upcoming Schedule for Panama

Following the game against the Yankees, Panama is scheduled to play the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 1:05 pm at Publix Field. Right-hander Jaime Barría is set to start the game Newsroom Panama.

Panama’s Preparation for the World Baseball Classic

This exhibition game against the Yankees was part of Panama’s final preparations for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The team, managed by Jose Mayorga, is aiming to reach the quarterfinals for the first time MLB.com. The team is emphasizing speed and aggression, with players like José Caballero leading the Major Leagues in stolen bases last season with 49 MLB.com.