So the first round is over, almost. Mexico vs Cuba to determine final seating, but they both advance.

Here are the final 8:


South Korea
Japan
Cuba
Mexico
United States
Venezuela
Puerto Rico
Netherlands


For people who aren't watching the Classic (and that's okay, not everyone likes this level of ball) are missing some good games, and missing some great defense and pitching. I'm lovin' it.

I want to see all the matchups first, and think about it, and I'll have my predictions up tomorrow.

If anyone read through the live blog I did on the Netherlands/Dominican Republic game, let me know. If anyone would like me to do it again on a particular game, I will. But a little more analysis the next time.