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2023 World Baseball Classic
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Shohei Ohtani's mentor 'relieved' he's thriving; Angels lose to Twins - Los Angeles Times
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Shohei Ohtani's mentor 'relieved' he's thriving; Angels lose to Twins - Los Angeles Times
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The Origin of Ohtani Shohei's “Dual Wield” as told by Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters' Manager Kuriyama Hideki and Scouting Director Ohbuchi Takashi - Discuss Japan
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When Shohei Ohtani's former Nippon-Ham Fighters manager was stupefied to witness the LA Angels star's incredible talent
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Shohei Ohtani visits former Fighters teammates at spring camp - The Japan Times