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At WBC, Cardinals Outfielder Lars Nootbaar Was a Hit With Japan

Lars Nootbaar, a high-energy outfielder for the St. Louis Cardinals, was the first player born outside Japan to play for its national team. He put on a show.

By Brad Lefton

Baseball Major League Baseball New York Yankees Ohtani, Shohei Volpe, Anthony (2001- )

MLB Opening Day: What to Watch as the Pitch Clock Era Starts

On a busy opening day, every team is in action. Between M.L.B.’s new rules and some intriguing player movement, you might want to get caught up.

By Benjamin Hoffman

Baseball Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Major League Baseball Ohtani, Shohei Trout, Mike World Baseball Classic

Japan’s Shohei Ohtani Made the World Baseball Classic ‘Real’

Shohei Ohtani’s ability to dominate as a hitter and as a pitcher delivered a championship for Japan while establishing the World Baseball Classic as a must-watch tournament.

By Tyler Kepner

Baseball Japan Ohtani, Shohei Trout, Mike World Baseball Classic

Japan Beats U.S. to Win World Baseball Classic

A thrilling tournament ended with Shohei Ohtani and Japan capturing the country’s third W.B.C. crown.

By James Wagner

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