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Ohtani becomes first Japanese player to lead MLB season jersey
TSN - Shohei Ohtani becomes the first Japanese-born player
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At MLB All-Star Game, Shohei Ohtani is star baseball never knew it needed - The Washington Post
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Shohei Ohtani and Japan Beat U.S. to Win World Baseball Classic - The New York Times
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Shohei Ohtani says he had 'good' year; Angels not so good - ESPN
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Shohei Ohtani's mentor 'relieved' he's thriving; Angels lose to Twins - Los Angeles Times
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Angels' Ohtani to Start, Lead Off in All-Star Game – NBC Los Angeles
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Ohtani First Player from Japan to Win MLB Home Run Title - Rafu Shimpo
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Shohei Ohtani Stats, Fantasy & News
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MLB/ Slugging Ohtani becomes 1st Japanese AL home run king The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis