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Masahiro Tanaka could return to Japan following run with Yankees
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Masahiro Tanaka: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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CC Sabathia's absence underscores Masahiro Tanaka's value
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MLB: Tanaka struggles in Yankees' 8-7 loss to Rays - The Mainichi
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What Happened To Masahiro Tanaka??
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Yankees' Masahiro Tanaka Is Leaving for Japan - The New York Times
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Masahiro Tanaka set for return to uncharted Yankees contract waters
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Masahiro Tanaka returning to Japan after 7 seasons with New York Yankees - ESPN
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Masahiro Tanaka returns to Japan, leaving Yankees and MLB - Pinstripe Alley
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Yankees Set To Go To Battle Over The Border Without Top Weapon Tanaka - CBS New York