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Japan Beats United States to Win World Baseball Classic Crown
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Ohtani long HR powers Japan; Italy advances at World Classic
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Schwarber's 3-run homer sends U.S. past Britain in WBC
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Shohei Ohtani gets job done on the mound and at the plate to lead Japan into World Baseball Classic semifinals - The Boston Globe
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Team USA Powers Past Canada
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Shohei Ohtani uncorks 102-mph heat as Japan ousts Italy to reach World Baseball Classic semifinals
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