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Ohtani first All-Star picked as pitcher, position player - NBC Sports
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The Sports Report: Don't miss the stunning Shohei Ohtani show - Los Angeles Times
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Shohei Ohtani Crushes 40th Homer and Dominates Tigers - NBC Sports
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Shohei Ohtani 'simply thankful' for MLB All-Star Game experience
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Shohei Ohtani at Oracle brings back memories of Giants' pursuit – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
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Shohei Ohtani named Opening Day starter for Angels - ESPN
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Shohei Ohtani's 40th homer puts him in rare group with Pablo Sandoval – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
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Shohei Ohtani allows 4 homers for the first time in his major league career
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Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani to start at pitcher, bat leadoff for AL in MLB All-Star Game - ESPN