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Shohei Ohtani strikes out Mike Trout to close out Japan's win over USA in World Baseball Classic
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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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Shohei Ohtani strikes out Angels teammate Mike Trout to give Japan World Baseball Classic title over USA
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Japan defeats US to win the World Baseball Classic
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