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Shohei Ohtani Commits to Play for Japan at 2023 World Baseball
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Departing Fighters manager helped Shohei Ohtani find his footing
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Japan beats USA in WBC final; Shohei Ohtani strikes out Angels
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Shohei Otani, a Two-Way Player, Says He Is Ready to Leave Japan
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Ohtani Shohei suffers right-elbow ligament tear, done pitching for
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World Baseball Classic: Ohtani & Suzuki included amongst 12
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Shohei Ohtani and Japan defeat United States to win World Baseball
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Shohei Ohtani is 'Made In Japan' with American adaptations
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Shohei Ohtani captivates crowd, teammates and opponents in WBC
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Baseball: Former MLB star Park wants kids to learn from Ohtani