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Japan Dethrones US, Captures Third World Baseball Classic Title
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Ohtani fans Trout, Japan top US 3-2 - Taipei Times
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With the world watching, Shohei Ohtani didn't disappoint in WBC championship game - The Boston Globe
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Shohei Ohtani strikes out Mike Trout as Japan edges Team USA for World Baseball Classic title – Orange County Register
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Toronto Blue Jays chase for Shohei Otani rings familiar
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We see who Shohei is.' How Ohtani and Japan advanced to WBC semifinals, National Sports
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We see who Shohei is.' How Shohei Ohtani and Japan advanced to WBC semifinals
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Hideki Kuriyama considers options for Samurai Japan roster after trip to U.S. - The Japan Times
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Baseball: Shohei Ohtani, Japan beat China 8-1 in WBC opener
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Shohei Ohtani sparks Japan rally to top Mexico in WBC semis