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Japan blows out Italy to advance to World Baseball Classic semifinals - The Japan Times
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Veteran pitcher excited to lead youthful staff at World Baseball Classic
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Team USA reaches World Baseball Classic title game – Daily News
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USA Baseball Announces 2023 World Baseball Classic Roster
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Jonathan Svelte -- err, Schoop -- reports to camp, eager for fresh start in 2023
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Half-Korean big leaguer Tommy Edman eager to showcase versatility in WBC debut - The Korea Times
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Tokyo Olympics: Softball stars eager for revenge vs. Japan - Los Angeles Times
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