Despite some early jitters in an exhibition game, veteran pitcher Yusei Kikuchi is aiming to make an impact for Japan at the World Baseball Classic, both on and off the field.
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A calming presence and a ‘strong heart.’ Yusei Kikuchi all set for WBC.
The 34-year-old is making his Samurai Japan debut, and manager Hirokazu Ibata sees him as a valuable addition to the team.
Yusei Kikuchi fans 12 to help Angels complete sweep of Red Sox
The Angels won for the fourth time in their past five games.
Major League Baseball has announced that special manhole covers featuring Japanese players currently active in the professional league will be installed in their hometowns.
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Japanese MLB stars to be featured on manhole covers
Each manhole cover will have an illustration of a Japanese player and be located at a place associated with his roots in baseball.
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