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Whether it's swinging a bat or a sword, Pirates DH Ji-Man Choi happy to make MLB history

Pittsburgh Pirates' Ji Man Choi celebrates after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in San Diego. (AP

Pittsburgh Pirates' Ji Man Choi celebrates after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in San Diego. (AP

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Pittsburgh Pirates acquire power-hitting first-baseman Ji-Man Choi in trade

3,712 Ji Man Choi Photos & High Res Pictures - Getty Images

3,712 Ji Man Choi Photos & High Res Pictures - Getty Images

Pittsburgh Pirates' Ji Man Choi celebrates after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in San Diego. (AP