FastballAPI vs Wc26 MCP
A side-by-side look at the FastballAPI and Wc26 MCP MCP servers: transport, auth, tools, quality signals, and the config to install either one in Claude, Cursor, Windsurf or VS Code.
F
FastballAPISportsMLB since 2015 plus college: pitches, plate appearances, box scores, odds by book. REST and MCP.48FairAuth: api key requiredVerdict: choose FastballAPI for sports work; choose Wc26 MCP for sports as a local process. You can also run both side by side in one mcpServers block.
Which MCP server should you choose?
FChoose FastballAPI when
- You need dedicated capabilities in the Sports domain.
- Its auth model fits you: API key required.
- You have the keys it needs:
FASTBALLAPI_API_KEY. - You want tools like
list_teams, search_players, get_games.
Choose Wc26 MCP when
- You need dedicated capabilities in the Sports domain.
- You prefer a local stdio subprocess transport.
- Its auth model fits you: No auth required.
- You want tools like
get_matches, get_teams, get_groups.
Feature & specification comparison
Rows where the two servers differ are marked.
| Spec | F FastballAPI | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sports | Sports |
| Quality signal | 48/100 · Fair | 64/100 · Good |
| Install command | Not confirmed yet | Confirmed |
| Transport | — | Local subprocess (stdio) |
| Auth | API key required | No auth required |
| Pricing | Freemium | Free |
| Required env vars | FASTBALLAPI_API_KEY | None listed |
| Verified owner | Community listing | Community listing |
| GitHub stars | 0 | 34 |
| Directory activity | 0 views 0 installs 0 upvotes | 4 views 0 installs 0 upvotes |
| Tools | 20 | 18 |
| Full listing | View FastballAPI | View Wc26 MCP |
Tools & capabilities
FastballAPI tools 20
list_teamsTeam ids, abbreviations and colours for a seasonsearch_playersFind players by nameget_gamesGames with runs, hits and errors by season, date, range or teamget_scheduleUpcoming games with the median line across sportsbooksget_standingsStandings from every final game, with run differential and Pythagorean recordget_injuriesThe latest injury reportget_ratingsOur team Elo ratings, rankedget_gameOne game: every batting and pitching line, each book's line, win probabilityget_playerSeason batting (AVG, OBP, SLG, OPS, RE24) and pitching (ERA, WHIP, K/9)get_player_gamesA player's full batting and pitching game logget_leadersSeason leaders among qualified batters and pitchersget_team_statsRuns for and against, team batting and opponents' batting- +8 more on the listing page
Wc26 MCP tools 18
get_matchesQuery FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Filter by date, date range, team, group, venue, round, or status. Returns enriched match data with team names, venue details, and local venue time. Optionally pass a timezone to convert match times to any IANA timezone.get_teamsQuery FIFA World Cup 2026 teams. Filter by group, confederation, or host status. Returns team details including FIFA ranking and flag emoji.get_groupsGet FIFA World Cup 2026 group details. Returns teams, venues, and match schedule for each group. Optionally filter to a specific group.get_venuesQuery FIFA World Cup 2026 venues across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Filter by country, city, or region. Returns full venue details including capacity, coordinates, and notable events.get_scheduleGet the full FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament schedule organized by date. Optionally filter to a specific date range. Each day includes all matches with team names, venues, kick-off times (UTC), and local venue time. Optionally pass a timezone to convert all match times.get_team_profileGet a detailed profile for any FIFA World Cup 2026 team. Returns coach, playing style, key players with clubs, World Cup history, and qualifying summary. Use team ID or FIFA code (e.g. 'usa', 'BRA', 'arg').get_nearby_venuesFind venues near a given World Cup venue, sorted by distance. Useful for planning multi-match trips. Returns distance in miles and kilometers between all venue pairs.get_city_guideGet a travel guide for any FIFA World Cup 2026 host city. Returns highlights, getting there, food & drink recommendations, things to do, and local tips. Accepts venue ID (e.g. 'metlife'), city name (e.g. 'Miami'), or metro area name (e.g. 'New York'). Case-insensitive.get_historical_matchupsHead-to-head World Cup history between any two teams. Returns all tournament meetings, aggregate stats, and a narrative summary. Accepts team ID or FIFA code (e.g. 'bra', 'ARG', 'england'). Also checks for a scheduled 2026 match between the pair.what_to_know_nowZero-query temporal briefing for the FIFA World Cup 2026. No parameters needed — just brief me. Automatically detects the current tournament phase and returns the most relevant information for today. Optionally pass a date to simulate a different day, or a timezone for local times.get_visa_infoEntry requirements for FIFA World Cup 2026 travelers. Returns visa/ESTA/eTA requirements for any team's nationals entering the three host countries (USA, Mexico, Canada). Accepts team ID, FIFA code, or country name. Optionally filter to a specific host country.get_fan_zonesOfficial FIFA Fan Festival and fan zone locations for World Cup 2026 host cities. Returns venue details, capacity, hours, activities, transportation tips, and amenities. Filter by city, country, or match venue.- +6 more on the listing page
Ready-to-paste client configs
Paste either block (or both) into your client config, e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json. We only show a config when the install command is confirmed.
FastballAPI
No confirmed install command for FastballAPI yet — follow the setup steps linked from its listing page rather than a guessed package name.
Wc26 MCP
{
"mcpServers": {
"jordanlyall-wc26-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"wc26-mcp"
]
}
}
}
Frequently asked questions
FastballAPI is categorized under Sports and uses an install path we have not confirmed yet. Wc26 MCP belongs to Sports and uses a local stdio subprocess. Pick FastballAPI for sports work and Wc26 MCP for sports.
Copy the mcpServers block from the config section on this page into your client's config (for example claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json), then fully restart the client. FastballAPI has no confirmed install command yet — follow its own setup instructions.
FastballAPI is listed as freemium — a free tier with paid plans. Auth: api key required. Wc26 MCP is listed as free. Auth: no auth required. If a server needs environment variables such as API keys, define them under the env key in your client's MCP config.
Yes. MCP clients support multiple servers: add fastballapi and jordanlyall-wc26-mcp as separate keys in the same mcpServers object, and your assistant will call tools from either one.
On AllMCPs, FastballAPI has a quality signal of 48/100 (Fair) with 0 views, 0 installs and 0 GitHub stars. Wc26 MCP has 64/100 (Good) with 4 views, 0 installs and 34 GitHub stars.
