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Rōki Sasaki: the 20-year-old tsunami survivor behind the greatest game ever pitched, Baseball
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Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki is a name to remember – The Daily Evergreen
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Pitcher Roki Sasaki Next 'Big Thing' From Japanese Baseball
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When can Roki Sasaki come to the MLB? Japan's star pitcher timeline and posting explained - AS USA
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Give me a break: Japanese coach takes heat for resting ace
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Perfection ends for Japanese pitcher Sasaki — on first pitch - Seattle Sports
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Pitcher Roki Sasaki next 'big thing' from Japanese baseball Photos - Bally Sports
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Roki Sasaki is Going to Break Baseball
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Rōki Sasaki makes a statement in emotional first World Baseball Classic start for Team Japan.