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Ohtani, Japan rally in 9th, edge Mexico 6-5, reach WBC final - WTOP News
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Ohtani, Sasaki help Japan reach World Classic quarterfinals - West Hawaii Today
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Ohtani excited to face Team USA 'superstars' in WBC final after 'epic' Japan win
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Ohtani closes in style as Japan edge USA for third World Baseball Classic title, World Baseball Classic
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Ohtani Ks Trout for final out, Japan captures WBC title over USA
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Team USA Falls to Japan in Title Game
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How Shohei Ohtani, Japan defeated Team USA in World Baseball Classic final - The Athletic
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Angels unlikely to trade Shohei Ohtani if they stay in contention, GM says
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How Shohei Ohtani, Japan defeated Team USA in World Baseball Classic final - The Athletic
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Ohtani long HR powers Japan; Italy advances at World Classic
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Ohtani closes in style as Japan edge USA for third World Baseball Classic title, World Baseball Classic
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Japan wins World Baseball Classic 2023