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Lars Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC
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Lars Nootbaar's mother hopes son can help bring WBC title back to Japan - The Japan Times
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Nootbaar collects two hits, teaches Ohtani to grind the pepper as Team Japan wins exhibition
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Lars Nootbaar has committed to play for Samurai Japan in the WBC 🇯🇵
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What's the story behind Lars Nootbaar's pepper-grinder celebration? Spice up your celly with Team Japan star's viral gesture
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BASEBALL/ 'Nikkei' Lars Nootbaar gets his shot to play for Japan in WBC
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The Nootbaar effect: Sales of pepper mills soaring in Tokyo
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Get to Know Lars Nootbaar
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Pepper-grinder move unwelcome in Japan high school tourney
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The Nootbaar effect: Sales of pepper mills soaring in Tokyo
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