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World Baseball Classic proves the heart of America's pastime is in Japan - Sports Illustrated
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Houston Astros Players Excited For Opportunity To Compete In World Baseball Classic - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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Team Venezuela World Baseball Classic 2023 roster
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A Houston Astros Win Ends a Wildly Entertaining World Series - The Atlantic
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