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Japan wins World Baseball Classic 2023
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Japan wins World Baseball Classic 2023
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Ohtani, Japan rally in 9th, edge Mexico 6-5, reach WBC final
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Shoei Otahni makes Japan Champion of the World Baseball Classic
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Shohei Ohtani considering closing in World Baseball Classic
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Shohei Ohtani gets job done on the mound and at the plate to lead
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Shohei Ohtani makes a major announcement