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Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC
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Masataka Yoshida Powers Japan Past South Korea in WBC Rout
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At WBC, Cardinals Outfielder Lars Nootbaar Was a Hit With Japan - The New York Times
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Lars Tatsuji Nootbar getting ready to represent Samurai Japan this 2023 World Baseball Classic. : r/baseball
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Team Mexico's World Baseball Classic performance inspires future
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Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC
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Lars Nootbaar - Wikipedia
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After Meeting Japan Stars as Kid, Lars Nootbaar is Now One Himself - The Japan News
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Lars Nootbaar stays in Japanese spotlight after WBC star turn - The Japan Times