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This Stat Makes Shohei Ohtani's WBC Strikeout of Mike Trout Even More Epic – NBC Chicago
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Mike Trout eager to lead Team USA repeat bid at World Baseball Classic National News - Bally Sports
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Shohei Ohtani strikes out Mike Trout to win World Baseball Classic
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How Shohei Ohtani struck out Mike Trout to end World Baseball Classic
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WBC final: Japan wins 3-2 in victory over Team USA
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World Baseball Classic: Shohei Ohtani's cap heading to Baseball Hall of Fame after his MVP performance
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Shohei Ohtani struck out Mike Trout as Japan beats USA in WBC
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It's Mike Trout vs. Shohei Ohtani in the World Baseball Classic, and here's a betting preview - Sports Illustrated
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Japan wins its 3rd World Baseball Classic, beating Team USA 3-2 with Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout to end it – Orlando Sentinel
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Ohtani, Trout among MLB stars playing in World Classic
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In a storybook ending, Ohtani strikes out Trout at World Baseball Classic for Japanese championship
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Ohtani ready to pitch vs Trout, USA in relief at WBC final