Cardinals' Lars Nootbaar set to play for Japan at WBC in 'big first step for Japanese baseball' - The Japan Times

Shohei Ohtani named 2023 World Baseball Classic MVP

Lars Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC

Lars Nootbaar grinding way to Samurai Japan stardom at WBC - The Japan Times

How Lars Nootbaar -- and his celebration -- became a sensation for Japan in 2023 World Baseball Classic

Shawn Spradling on X: 🇯🇵WBC NEWS - JAPAN🇯🇵 Lars Nootbaar is committed to play for Japan in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Born and raised in El Segundo, California, Nootbaar will be

Japan Will Face United States in World Baseball Classic Final - The New York Times

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Lars Nootbaar stays in Japanese spotlight after WBC star turn - The Japan Times

Lars Nootbaar stays in Japanese spotlight after WBC star turn - The Japan Times

Why is Lars Nootbaar playing for Japan in WBC? California-born outfielder honoring mother's heritage

Shohei Ohtani and Japan Beat U.S. to Win World Baseball Classic - The New York Times

Lars Nootbaar's mother hopes son can help bring WBC title back to Japan - The Japan Times

Lars Nootbaar and Shohei Ohtani bond from WBC, possibly to benefit of Cardinals

Lars Nootbaar makes history with Team Japan

Can You Believe This Right Now? by Lars Nootbaar