Aaron Judge, Paul Skenes, Witt Thrill Fans as USA Beats Mexico in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge and Paul Skenes were the driving forces of Team USA's 5-3 win over Mexico on Monday in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Judge's two-run home run in the third inning opened the scoring.

Judge's long ball was followed by a three-run shot off the bat of Roman Anthony. The United States scored all five of their runs on the pair of home runs.

Skenes shut down the Mexico order over four innings. He struck out seven batters and even earned praise from Kevin Durant, who was in attendance at Houston's Daikin Park.

The Americans also flashed their defense in the win, especially Bobby Witt Jr. at shortstop. The Kansas City Royals infielder made a pair of stellar plays, one in the fourth and the other in the fifth.

Team USA is now up to 3-0 in Pool B action. It has an opportunity to clinch a perfect record and first place in Pool B on Tuesday against Italy.