World Baseball Classic

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

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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

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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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Japan Will Face United States in World Baseball Classic Final

A dramatic semifinal set up a World Baseball Classic final for the ages: Shohei Ohtani and Japan against Mike Trout and the United States.

By Tyler Kepner