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Shohei Ohtani, MLB, Facts, Statistics, & Family
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Japanese pitcher-hitter Shohei Ohtani chooses the LA Angels
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Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out Mike Trout to Lead Japan to WBC Title –
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As Shohei Ohtani thrives, attitudes toward two-way players change
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The World Baseball Classic Gets Its Fantasy Finale: Ohtani vs. Trout - WSJ
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World Baseball Classic: Shohei Ohtani, Japan rally late, edge Mexico
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Why Shohei Ohtani is unlikely to pitch against Mike Trout and Team USA in World Baseball Classic
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Did Shohei Ohtani's childhood mentor foresee his injury struggles? Revisiting coach Shoji Asari's verdict on two-way phenom's dual workload
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Shohei Ohtani doubles to key 2-run inning as designated hitter vs Mets after tearing elbow ligament
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Shohei Ohtani: the two-way Japanese marvel with once-in-a-century talent, MLB
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Angels teammates knew Shohei Ohtani was special from start - Los Angeles Times