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Ji-man Choi - Wikipedia
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Ji-Man Choi has a new team, but an old love for Rays fans
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Rays trade Ji-Man Choi to Pirates
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Ji-Man Choi
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Pittsburgh, USA. June 25, 2022: Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Ji-Man Choi (26) catches the ball for an out during the MLB game between Pittsburg Pirates and Tampa Bay Rays St. Petersburg
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Ji-Man Choi - Pirates Prospects
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Pirates 1B Ji Man Choi out 8 weeks with left Achilles strain
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Ji-Man Choi joining Padres via trade with Pirates
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Pirates Ji Man Choi out with Achilles strain
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San Diego Padres acquiring Rich Hill, Ji-Man Choi from Pittsburgh Pirates