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It's USA vs Japan in the World Baseball Classic championship. Breaking down the matchup
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Japan's Yoshida hits clutch homer to tie WBC semifinal
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Masataka Yoshida of Japan (34) hits three-run homer in the 7th inning during the World Baseball Classic (WBC) semifinal match between Mexico and Japan at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida, United States
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BASEBALL/ Japan has completed naming its 30-man roster for WBC
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Ohtani, Japan rally to beat Mexico and advance to WBC final - Los Angeles Times
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Three reasons why Japan has dominated the competition at 2023 World Baseball Classic
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Limited Edition 2023 Topps WBC Samurai Japan Masanao Yoshida : Toys & Games
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Individual dreams must be cherished the most: Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida will reportedly play for Japan in World Baseball Classic
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Masataka Yoshida stars for Japan in World Baseball Classic semifinal
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World Baseball Classic highlights: Shohei Ohtani and Japan defeat United States to win title - The Washington Post
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World Baseball Classic update: Yoshida advances, other Sox face elimination
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Shohei Ohtani, Japan rally in 9th, edge Mexico 6-5, reach WBC final