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Whicker: Ohtani, WBC a reminder of just how intoxicating baseball can be — Canadian Baseball Network
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Angels expect Shohei Ohtani to miss potential World Baseball Classic matchup with USA – Orange County Register
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Shohei Ohtani strikes out Angels teammate Mike Trout to give Japan World Baseball Classic title over USA
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Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out Mike Trout To Win World Baseball Classic For Japan
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Is Shohei Ohtani pitching for Japan vs. Team USA?
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WBC Championship: Will Shohei Ohtani pitch for Japan vs. USA in 2023 World Baseball Classic? - DraftKings Network
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2023 World Baseball Classic a Huge Win for More Than Just Shohei Ohtani, Team Japan, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Shohei Ohtani available to pitch for Japan against Team USA in World Baseball Classic Championship
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Angels' Shohei Ohtani wants to play in World Baseball Classic - Los Angeles Times
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Angels teammates Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout face off in WBC final - Sports Illustrated