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Ohtani Shohei at the 2023 World Baseball Classic – latest updates on Japan and Angels superstar
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Ohtani Set for WBC in Japan, but Angels Future Uncertain
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Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out Mike Trout to Lead Japan to WBC Title –
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Shohei Ohtani timeline: The rookie MLB season of the phenom from Japan
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Shohei Ohtani says he had 'good' year; Angels not so good - ESPN
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Ohtani Still Establishing All Kinds of Firsts As a Two-Way Player –
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It's official: Shohei Ohtani won't pitch again for the Angels this season, but he can still hit – Orange County Register
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Shohei Ohtani bids farewell to fans in Japan ahead of Angels adventure
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Mariners' pursuit of Japanese two-way star Shohei Ohtani will need to be creative — Jerry Dipoto's specialty
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Samurai Japan manager wants Shohei Ohtani to hit and pitch during World Baseball Classic - The Japan Times
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