Criticized for their cool, American players head into the WBC final appreciating opponents’ flair

MIAMI (AP) — Criticized for their cool, American players head into the World Baseball Classic championship also appreciating opponents’ flamboyant flair.

U.S. captain Aaron Judge’s controlled composure has filtered through the clubhouse ahead of Tuesday night’s final against Venezuela. That’s not to say the Americans don’t appreciate the theatrics of Latin stars such as Juan Soto and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

“You guys would all think it’s silly if we shuffled like Soto or did Vladdy’s...