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Nootbaar collects two hits, teaches Ohtani to grind the pepper as Team Japan wins exhibition
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Japan buzzing for Ohtani's return in WBC, Sports
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Pepper-grinder move unwelcome in Japan high school tourney
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Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC
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Baseball: Cardinals' Nootbaar headed for Japan reunion of sorts
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Why is Lars Nootbaar playing for Japan in WBC? California-born outfielder honoring mother's heritage
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BASEBALL/ 'Nikkei' Lars Nootbaar gets his shot to play for Japan in WBC
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Lars Nootbaar stars for Japan, could break out for Cardinals
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Lars Nootbaar Team Japan WBC: Why is Lars Nootbaar playing for Japan? Exploring St. Louis Cardinals star's nationality and family heritage
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At WBC, Cardinals Outfielder Lars Nootbaar Was a Hit With Japan - The New York Times
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