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Stroman contends he's getting better with age
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What Pros Wear: The Source for Pro Baseball Gloves, Cleats, Bats & Pro Basketball Shoes
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Puerto Rico roughs up Stroman early en route to win over United States
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World Baseball Classic 2017: Marcus Stroman, Ian Kinsler lead United States to WBC title - Bless You Boys
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How Marcus Stroman Went From League I MVP to World Baseball Classic MVP - Axcess Baseball
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WBC Wrap: Team USA Wins First Title - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Beyond Opening Day, the Cubs could use a full season out of Marcus Stroman - CHGO
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2017 Team USA MVP to Play for Puerto Rico in 2023 World Baseball Classic - Fastball
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World Baseball Classic: Marcus Stroman recruits Team USA on Twitter
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United States 8, Puerto Rico 0: Marcus Stroman pitches Team USA to WBC title - The Crawfish Boxes
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LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 22: Team USA pitcher Marcus Stroman (6) in action during the first inning of the World Baseball Classic finals game against team Puerto Rico, on March 22
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Why is Marcus Stroman playing for Puerto Rico in WBC 2023? Cubs pitcher was key to USA's 2017 title run
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Marcus Stroman honors mom by joining Puerto Rico for World Baseball Classic