16/04/2024
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WBSC Premier12 star Jeong Choi ties KBO All-Time Home Run record
The 37-year-old SSG Landers third baseman hit his 467th home run on Tuesday, 16 April, against the Kia Tigers and tied the legendary 'Lion King' Seung-Yeop Lee.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-star-jeong-choi-ties-kbo-all-time-home-run-record
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11/04/2024
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Chinese Taipei announce WBSC Premier12 coaching staff
'Totoro' Tseng's staff will include Chih-Kang Kao, Chien-Min Wang, Chiang-Ho Chen, and Cheng-Min Peng.
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09/04/2024
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New WBSC events bidding calendar published
Immediate tournaments available for hosting include the XXXII U-18 Baseball World Cup and the II Youth Baseball5 World Cup in 2025.
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05/04/2024
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Netherlands to prepare for Premier12 with Kingdom Series in Aruba
The Dutch Baseball Softball Federation and the Aruban Ministry of Sports announced that Aruba will host the second edition of the Kingdom Series from 29 October to 4 November.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/netherlands-to-prepare-for-premier12-with-kingdom-series-in-aruba
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04/04/2024
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Guadalajara, Tepic chosen host cities for Premier12 Group A in Mexico
The Charros de Jalisco Pan American Stadium in Guadalajara, Jalisco - one of the venues of the Premier12 2019 - and the brand new Santa Teresita Stadium in Tepic, Nayarit, will host the 15 games of Group A, from 10 to 14 November.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/guadalajara-tepic-chosen-host-cities-for-premier12-group-a-in-mexico
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02/04/2024
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MLB Opening Day Rosters include 264 players born outside the US
The 264 players represent 19 countries or territories. The Dominican Republic tops the list with 108 players. WBSC alums include Tokyo 2020 gold medallists Yoshinobu Yamamoto (LA Dodgers), Kodai Senga (New York Mets), Seiya Suzuki (Chicago Cubs) and Masataka Yoshida (Boston Red Sox, pictured above)
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/mlb-opening-day-rosters-include-264-players-born-outside-the-us
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29/03/2024
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Olympic gold medallist, WBSC Premier12 winner Min-ho Kang breaks KBO games played record
The 38-year-old catcher appeared in his 2,238th game on Thursday, 28 March. "Not once have I played with this record in my mind," he said before taking the field.
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28/03/2024
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Hao-Ju Tseng named Chinese Taipei manager for WBSC Premier12 2024
Former CPBL Rakuten Monkeys manager Hao-Ju “Totoro” Tseng will lead Chinese Taipei in November's third edition of the WBSC flagship tournament. He will soon visit all CPBL clubs and announce his coaching staff.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/hao-ju-tseng-named-chinese-taipei-manager-for-wbsc-premier12-2024
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18/03/2024
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KBO to open 2024 season on 23 March
The season will open with a one-week advance to not interfere with the WBSC Premier12. KBO will use an automated ball-strike system and test a pitch clock. WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup stars Taek-Yeon Kim and Junseo Hwang made their National Team debut against MLB's LA Dodgers.
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23/02/2024
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Joong-il Ryu to manage Korea at WBSC Premier12
Ryu, who won four Korean Series with the Samsung Lions, led Korea to an Asian Games gold medal in 2023.
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07/02/2024
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Premier12: MLB All-Star Adam Frazier recalls the "incredible experience" of Shohei Ohtani in 2015
After signing a one-year contract with the Kansas City Royals, the second baseman answered questions by John Morosi about his 2015 Premier12 experience and crossing paths with a young Shohei Ohtani.
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11/01/2024
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WBSC Premier12 winner Shota Imanaga to play for MLB's Chicago Cubs
The club announced a four-year deal with the Japanese 30-year-old left-hander who started the 2023 World Baseball Classic final against the United States,
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-winner-shota-imanaga-to-play-for-mlbs-chicago-cubs
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09/01/2024
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WBSC Premier12: Puerto Rico names Edwin Rodriguez General Manager
The baseball agent, pictured on the right, has been involved in Puerto Rico's players' development since 2006. Federation President José Quiles (middle): "He has contacts, experience and knowledge to serve in the position".
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-puerto-rico-names-edwin-rodriguez-general-manager
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08/01/2024
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Olympian Woo-Suk Go signs for MLB's San Diego Padres
The 25-year-old right-hander helped Korea to a second-place finish in the 2019 WBSC Premier12 and a XIX Asian Games title.
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27/12/2023
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Olympic gold medallist Yoshinobu Yamamoto joins Ohtani at LA Dodgers
Japanese baseball star Yamamoto signed a 12-year contract worth US$325 million, the largest ever by a pitcher in MLB history. Another Samurai Japan legend Shohei Ohtani joined the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this month for $700 million.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-gold-medallist-yoshinobu-yamamoto-joins-ohtani-at-la-dodgers
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20/12/2023
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Premier12 2024 presented by RAXUS: World's Top 12 nations qualified for WBSC's flagship baseball tournament
The top 12 teams in the WBSC/Konami Men's Baseball World Rankings at the end of 2023 qualify for the Premier12 2024, the most important event on the international baseball calendar next year.
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18/12/2023
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Japan finish 2023 on top of WBSC/KONAMI Men's Baseball World Ranking
The World Baseball Softball Confederation and Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. have expanded their global partnership to incorporate the WBSC World Rankings naming rights.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/japan-finish-2023-on-top-of-wbsckonami-mens-baseball-world-ranking
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14/12/2023
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Samurai Japan win Grand Prix at 72nd National Sports Awards
Hideki Kuriyama, who managed Japan to the 2023 World Baseball Classic title, commented on the award: "I would like to once again express my gratitude to all the players, coaches, staff, and everyone involved."
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12/12/2023
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Hensley Meulens leaves Netherlands Baseball National Team
After representing the Netherlands in the Olympics as a player, the former MLB slugger led the Dutch to back-to-back World Baseball Classic semifinals in 2013 and 2017 and at the WBSC Premier12 in 2015 and 2019.
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14/11/2023
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2023 MLB Silver Slugger Awards loaded with international baseball stars
Olympic baseball bronze medallist Julio Rodriguez (pictured above) and Premier12 & World Baseball Classic hero Shohei Ohtani are among the best hitters of the season.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/2023-mlb-silver-slugger-awards-loaded-with-international-baseball-stars
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10/11/2023
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One year to go: III WBSC Premier12 presented by RAXUS opens 10 November 2024
The WBSC's flagship baseball tournament will open in the Americas (location TBC) and Taipei City (TPE) before closing at the Tokyo Dome in Japan. The WBSC launched the concept of the event in 2013. The first edition was played from 8 to 21 November, 2015. The second edition took place from 2 to 17 November, 2019.
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10/11/2023
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Shohei Ohtani donates 60,000 baseball gloves to elementary schools in Japan
"I’m hoping the kids can spend their days happily with a lot of energy through baseball," the two-way phenom wrote on his Instagram account.
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07/11/2023
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WBSC Premier12 star Ha-Seong Kim becomes first Korean player awarded MLB Gold Glove
Kim (pictured above) was the everyday shortstop for Korea at the WBSC Premier12 2019 and was named the best utility of the National League. WBSC U-12 and U-15 Baseball World Cup alum Anthony Volpe earned the American League Gold Glove at shortstop.
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31/10/2023
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto: Olympic Gold Medallist, Premier12 and World Baseball Classic champion wins third Eiji Sawamura Award in a row
Yamamoto becomes the second pitcher to win the Eiji Sawamura Award three years in a row.
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12/10/2023
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Hirokazu Ibata to manage Japan at Asian Series and WBSC Premier12 2024
The former NPB star infielder served on the Tokyo 2020 Olympics coaching staff and managed the U-12 National Team in consecutive World Cups in 2022 and 2023.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/hirokazu-ibata-to-manage-japan-at-asian-series-and-wbsc-premier12-2024
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11/09/2023
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III WBSC Premier12 presented by RAXUS to be staged from 10 to 24 November 2024, Finals at Tokyo Dome
The two six-team groups will be staged in Taipei City (TPE) and the Americas (location TBC) while Japan earned the hosting rights for a group game, the Super Round and the finals.
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15/08/2023
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WBSC Men's Baseball World Rankings: Japan stay at No. 1 after latest update
The WBSC published the update after the VII U-12 Baseball World Cup. Tournament winners USA remain in No. 2 position and Mexico No. 3. The WBSC rates 80 member Federations' baseball programmes.
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04/05/2023
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MLB: Shohei Ohtani joins Babe Ruth in passing 500 strikeouts and 100 home runs
Ohtani, the inaugural WBSC Premier12 star and World Baseball Classic 2023 MVP, became the second player in MLB's history to combine 500 strikeouts and 100 home runs. The other one is Babe Ruth.
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04/04/2023
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International Baseball Stars highlight MLB Opening Day rosters
Opening Day rosters featured 269 players born outside the United States and 156 USA Baseball Alumni. Olympians plus Premier12 and WBSC Baseball World Cup stars feature on the two lists.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/international-baseball-stars-highlight-mlb-opening-day-rosters
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24/02/2023
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Could WBSC Premier12 fireballer Noah Song return to baseball?
Song has served in the Navy since late 2019. He has transferred his status to "selected reserves." His career resumes from Spring Training with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/could-wbsc-premier12-fireballer-noah-song-return-to-baseball
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09/01/2023
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World Baseball Classic: Ohtani & Suzuki included amongst 12 players named by Samurai Japan manager Hideki Kuriyama
The list includes two-way phenom and WBSC Premier12 hero Shohei Ohtani (pictured, left), Premier12 2019 MVP Seiya Suzuki as well as hard-throwing right-hander and WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup alum Roki Sasaki.
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09/12/2022
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WBSC Premier12 2019 MVP and Olympic gold medal winner Seiya Suzuki to play for Japan at World Baseball Classic
The slugging outfielder announced his decision through his Twitter profile.
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08/12/2022
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Olympic and Premier12 champion Masataka Yoshida lands in the MLB
The Boston Red Sox gave Yoshida the second biggest free agent deal for a Japanese Player.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-and-premier12-champion-masataka-yoshida-lands-in-the-mlb
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30/11/2022
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Ohtani wins second consecutive Edgar Martinez Outstanding Designated Hitter Award
The two-way phenom became just the second player after Hall of Famer David Ortiz to earn the award two consecutive times.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ohtani-wins-second-edgar-martinez-outstanding-designated-hitter-award
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18/11/2022
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WBSC Premier12, Tokyo 2020 alum Jung-hoo Lee earns KBO MVP honours
He led the league in five offensive categories and won a near-unanimous vote. His father, Jong-beom Lee, was the 1994 MVP.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-tokyo-2020-alum-jung-hoo-lee-earns-kbo-mvp-honours
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18/11/2022
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Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani announces intention to represent Japan in World Baseball Classic
The Japanese phenom's last international appearance was the inaugural WBSC Premier12 and said he's looking forward to playing "in front of the Japanese fans for the first time in over 5 years!!"
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10/11/2022
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Japan sweep Australia to finish Samurai Japan Series in Sapporo
After defeating NPB's Nippon Ham Fighters and Yomiuri Giants, the World No. 1 National Team completed the Fall tests with two more wins.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/japan-sweep-australia-to-finish-samurai-japan-series-in-sapporo
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28/10/2022
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International baseball alums to take the field in MLB World Series
The Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros feature Olympic medalists such as David Robertson (silver at Tokyo 2020 - pictured above) and Yuli Gurriel (gold at Athens 2004, silver at Bejing 2008) as well as Alec Bohm who played for the US at the WBSC Premier12 2019.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/international-baseball-alums-to-take-the-field-in-mlb-world-series
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18/06/2022
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Olympic gold medalist, WBSC Premier12 winner Yoshinobu Yamamoto throws fourth no-hitter of 2022 NPB season
The 23-year-old right-hander used 102 pitches to complete his gem. "I had this amazing concentration all the way to the ninth inning, but I was pumped up as I pitched, so I'm just overjoyed,"
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08/06/2022
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WBSC Premier12 winner Shota Imanaga throws 85th NPB no-hitter
The 28-year-old left-hander used 117 pitches to lead the Yokohama DeNA Baystars to a 2-0 win against the Nippon Ham Fighters in Sapporo.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-winner-shota-imanaga-throws-85th-npb-no-hitter
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01/06/2022
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Olympic gold medalist, WBSC Premier12 winner Hyun-so Kim passes KBO 2,000-hit milestone
The 34-year-old slugger has been an integral part of the middle of the lineup for the Korean National Team since the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
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31/05/2022
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WBSC Premier12 standout Noah Song is ready to restart his baseball career
The 25-year-old right-handed pitcher showed his 99-mile-per-hour fastball during the WBSC flagship event in 2019. He then enrolled in flight school in Florida.
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27/05/2022
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WBSC mourns passing of former NPB Commissioner Katsuhiko Kumazaki, 80
He was instrumental to the success of the WBSC Premier12 and a key figure in the return of baseball to the Olympic programme at the Tokyo 2020 Games. He received the WBSC Order of the Honour Award in 2019.
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10/05/2022
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WBSC Premier12 star Aaron Whitefield returns to MLB, witnesses Ohtani's first grand slam
Australian Whitefield entered at right field for the Los Angeles Angels on a two-homer night by two-way Japanese phenom Ohtani. Dutch catcher Tromp amongst the minor league players of the week.
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03/05/2022
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National Team alums Suzuki, Crow-Armstrong earn honors
The WBSC Premier12, reigning MVP and an Olympic gold medalist, Suzuki (pictured above) became the National League Rookie of the Month. The reigning U-18 World Cup All-World Team center fielder, Crow-Armstrong, is amongst Minor League Baseball players of the week.
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08/04/2022
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WBSC Premier12, Olympic baseball stars in the spotlight as MLB 2022 season opens
Olympic gold medalist and WBSC Premier12 reigning MVP Seiya Suzuki (pictured above) made his much-anticipated debut going 1-for-2. Tokyo silver medalist Joe Ryan will pitch against bronze medalist Julio Rodriguez ("the future of baseball", according to the New York Times) as the Minnesota Twins host the Seattle Mariners.
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16/03/2022
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WBSC Premier12 MVP, Olympic gold medalist Seiya Suzuki signs with MLB's Chicago Cubs
Per various reports, the five-year deal is reportedly worth US$ 85 million, the second-largest for a Japanese player after Masahiro Tanaka's 2014 $155 million contract with the New York Yankees.
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08/03/2022
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Beijing Olympic, Premier12 winner Kwang-hyun Kim returns to KBO
After playing two seasons for MLB's St. Louis Cardinals, Kim returned to the SK Wyverns, the club he led to four Korean Series titles. The four-year deal is worth over US$ 12 million.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/beijing-olympic-premier12-winner-kwang-hyun-kim-returns-to-kbo
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14/02/2022
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Venezuela's Eduardo Brizuela becomes assistant general manager with MLB's Milwaukee Brewers
He helped build Venezuela's U-23 World Championship National Team.
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08/02/2022
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Olympic gold medal manager Atsunori Inaba returns to NPB as the Nippon Ham Fighters general manager
Inaba met his successor Hideki Kuriyama during Spring Training.
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24/01/2022
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NPB single-season home run record holder Balentien retires
The 37-year old slugger became the first NPB single-season 60-home run hitter in 2013. He represented the Netherlands at the 2004 Olympics, the inaugural WBSC Premier12 and the World Baseball Classic 2013 and 2017.
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19/01/2022
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Premier12 alum Yoshi Tsutsugo to fund new youth baseball facility in his home town
"I felt the need for an environment where children could really enjoy and grow up," Yahoo News quoted Tsutsugo.
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14/01/2022
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World No.1 Japan heading into 2022 baseball season with new manager, uniforms
Hideki Kuriyama, who succeeded Atsunori Inaba, announced three members of his coaching staff. Olympic gold medalists Hiromi Itoh (pictured above) and Munetaka Murakami, and Women's National team players Akino Tanaka and Wakana Mori introduced the new uniforms.
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04/01/2022
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WBSC Premier12 2015 winner Sung-bum Na signs record KBO deal
The left-handed hitter agreed to a six-year, US$ 12.6 million deal with the Kia Tigers. The SSG Landers signed former MLB starter Ivan Nova.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-2015-winner-sung-bum-na-signs-record-kbo-deal
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03/12/2021
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International baseball alums Suarez, Ponce trade NPB-MLB places
Suarez earned his first MLB chance posting 42 saves for the Hanshin Tigers of NPB. Ponce obtained his release from the Pittsburgh Pirates to pursue an opportunity with the Nippon Ham Fighters.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/international-baseball-alums-suarez-ponce-trade-npb-mlb-places
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03/12/2021
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Olympic gold medalists highlight NPB Gold Glove winners
The Pacific League also announced that the 2022 season will open on 25 March 2022. Each participating club will play a 143-game regular season.
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02/12/2021
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Hideki Kuriyama named new manager of world No. 1 Samurai Japan National Baseball Team
Kuriyama said his goal would be showing "what Japanese baseball is like...The number of children playing baseball is decreasing...I want to build a team made of players who fight with their souls and demonstrate how fun playing baseball is."
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01/12/2021
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Ohtani wins 'Edgar Martinez' Outstanding Designated Hitter Award
It's the third award for the two-way phenom after American League MVP and Silver Slugger. Ohtani was also selected for the All-Star Game as pitcher and hitter and featured on All-MLB First and Second Team.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ohtani-wins-edgar-martinez-outstanding-designated-hitter-award
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26/11/2021
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WBSC Premier12 2015 star Tsutsugo to stay with MLB's Pittsburgh Pirates
The 30-year-old left-handed slugger finally played up to expectations after disappointing stints with the Tampa Bay Rays and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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24/11/2021
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Shohei Ohtani featured on All-MLB First and Second Teams
The American League MVP, and a WBSC Premier12 star, will receive the trophy as the DH of the First Team and one of the starting pitchers of the Second. The National League MVP and USA U-18 National Team alum, Bryce Harper, also features on the First Team.
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19/11/2021
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Shohei Ohtani unanimous choice as MLB American League MVP
Ohtani first showcased his two-way skills on the international scene, pitching and batting clean-up for Japan in the 2012 WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup.
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17/11/2021
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17 November 2019: Japan wins WBSC Premier12, Seiya Suzuki named MVP
Two years ago at the Tokyo Dome, the top-ranked National Baseball Team in the world won it all.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/17-november-2019-japan-wins-wbsc-premier12-seiya-suzuki-named-mvp
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17/11/2021
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Dominican Republic WBSC Premier12 manager Luis Rojas to coach third base for the Yankees
The son of Felipe Alou, Rojas became one of six Dominican-born managers in the history of Major League Baseball when the New York Mets promoted him to the skipper's role in 2020.
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16/11/2021
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WBSC Premier12 MVP, Olympic gold medalist Seiya Suzuki to explore MLB possibilities
The 27-year old slugging Japanese outfielder hit a career-high 38 home runs for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp of NPB during the 2021 season.
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12/11/2021
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Shohei Ohtani wins MLB Silver Slugger Award as best DH
He hit 46 home runs and also started 23 games as a pitcher. He is one of nine international players who received a Silver Slugger Award in 2021.
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13/10/2021
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National Team stars fill MLB postseason rosters
It's no surprise that many of the players in the MLB postseason have played for their respective national teams, which feature the best players in their countries.
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09/10/2021
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Tanner Houck beats Shane Baz in MLB pitching duel between international baseball alums
Baz (pictured above) helped the US win a silver medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Houck was on the USA roster at the WBSC Premier12 2019.
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30/09/2021
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Atsunori Inaba retires from the Samurai Japan managing position
After four years at the helm, a WBSC Premier12 title, and an Olympic gold medal, the former NPB star is calling it quits.
"My future is undecided, but I would still like to contribute to the development of baseball."
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/atsunori-inaba-retires-from-the-samurai-japan-managing-position
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07/09/2021
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WBSC Premier12 alum Dalbec named MLB American League Rookie of the Month
The 25-year-old slugger hit seven home runs and drove in 21 runs over 24 games.
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19/06/2021
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Mexico's WBSC Premier12 hero Matt Clark talks about playing again, anticipating Tokyo Olympics in WBSC Global Game podcast
The 34-year slugger tied the Premier12 third-place game with a solo homer and said Mexico would be "super competitive" in the Tokyo Games.
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22/03/2021
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Shohei Ohtani, a true two-way phenom, dazzles in Spring Training
The inaugural WBSC Premier12 sensation batted lead-off and was the starting pitcher of an MLB Spring Training game for the Los Angeles Angels. "I would love to do this during the season," Ohtani said.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/shohei-ohtani-a-true-two-way-phenom-dazzles-in-spring-training
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03/03/2021
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Self-driven social media campaign results in Mexican baseball contract for Aussie WBSC Premier12 alum Todd Van Steensel
A video of Todd Van Steensel's ABL performances was spotted by Matt Clark, who faced him in Tokyo during the Super Round of the 2019 WBSC Premier12. The right-hander will play for the expansion team Mariachis.
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09/02/2021
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WBSC Premier12 standout Ohtani, Angels agree to 2-year $8.5 million deal
Shohei Ohtani was named the WBSC Baseball Player of the Year in 2015.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-standout-ohtani-angels-agree-to-2-year-85-million-deal
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29/01/2021
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Premier12 2019 MVP Seiya Suzuki expresses strong desire to play in the Olympics
The slugging outfielder spoke about the Games as he took the field for some indoor practice with NPB club Hiroshima Carp.
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18/01/2021
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Former Premier12 winner Min Byung-hun to undergo brain surgery
The 33-year-old captain of KBO's Lotte Giants learned about his condition in 2019. He will miss the start of Spring Training for the first time in his career.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/former-premier12-winner-min-byung-hun-to-undergo-brain-surgery
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30/11/2020
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KBO: Venezuela's Premier12 skipper Carlos Subero becomes Hanwha Eagles' first foreign manager
The Eagles finished last in their 2020 campaign. Subero served as the MLB Milwaukee Brewers first base coach from 2015 to 2019.
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25/11/2020
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NPB: Fukuoka Hawks win 4th straight Japan Series title, sweep Tokyo Giants
The Hawks outscored the Giants 26-4 to extend their winning streak in the Japan Series to 12 games.
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23/11/2020
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Cuban Premier12 star Despaigne ties NPB Japan Series all-time record
The 34-year old slugger produced six RBIs in Game 2 of the NPB Japan Series, putting the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks within two wins of a fourth consecutive title.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/cuban-premier12-star-despaigne-ties-npb-japan-series-all-time-record
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19/11/2020
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WBSC Premier12 stars set to impact NPB Japan Series
The final series of the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) 2020 season opens on 21 November at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, and will feature many WBSC alumni.
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17/11/2020
1 Minute Read
Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Mexico and USA play for Tokyo 2020 Olympic ticket
The North American neighbours collided at the Tokyo Dome in a make-or-break game for both national teams.
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17/11/2020
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WBSC Premier12 flavour in Korean Series opener lineups
The final series will be entirely played at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul.
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17/11/2020
1 Minute Read
Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Japan, Korea in Final of 2019 WBSC Premier12 at Tokyo Dome
A totally packed Tokyo Dome exploded for the global finale between the two Asian giants.
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16/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Japan, Korea close Super Round in front of 44,224 fans
The two Asian arch-rivals closed the Premier12 2019 Super Round in a preview of the final of the global competition.
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15/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Korea, Mexico battle with a spot in the final, Olympic berth at stake
Korea, the 2008 Olympic champions, were trying to clinch a spot in Tokyo 2020 to defend their gold medal, while Mexico were in the hunt of their first Olympic baseball berth.
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13/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Australia, USA go toe to toe in Tokyo
Australia entered the game never having defeated USA at World Cup or Olympic Games level. Their last meeting came in the second round of the 2011 World Cup, with the US claiming a 2-1 win.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/premier12-replay-series-watch-australia-usa-go-toe-to-toe-in-tokyo
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12/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | WBSC Worlds No. 1 Japan, No. 2 USA square off in Super Round
A total of 27,827 fans attended the Tokyo Dome to watch the much-awaited game between the two baseball super-powers.
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11/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Australia, Japan lead-off Super Round in Chiba
Starters Shun Yamaguchi and Dushan Ruzic matched up at ZOZO Marine Stadium in Game 20 of the WBSC Premier12 2019.
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08/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Australia, Canada in win or go home contest
Heading into the last day of Group C, all four teams had a legitimate chance to advance to the Super Round.
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07/11/2020
1 Minute Read
Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Australia, Cuba in instant classic
In one of the many highlights of the II Premier12 2019, Australia and Cuba locked horns and dazzled international audiences.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/premier12-replay-series-watch-australia-cuba-in-instant-classic
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06/11/2020
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WBSC alumni up for MLB Cy Young, MVP and ROY awards, win Gold Gloves
Players with National Team experience are among a wave of stars that have been nominated for MLB's 2020 MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year Awards, and have taken home Gold Gloves.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-alumni-up-for-mlb-cy-young-mvp-and-roy-awards-win-gold-gloves
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06/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Canada v Cuba Group C opener in Seoul
The two teams from the Americas faced off in the first game of Group C in Korea. The host team and Australia completed the four-team pool.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/premier12-replay-series-watch-canada-v-cuba-group-c-opener-in-seoul
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05/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Japan, Venezuela open Group B action in Taiwan
Chinese Taipei, Japan, Puerto Rico and Venezuela battled in Group B for two spots in the Super Round.
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04/11/2020
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Samurai Japan skipper Atsunori Inaba to manage in NPB fall league to stay sharp for Tokyo 2020 Olympics
It may be the only chance he has to lead a team on the field before Tokyo 2020 Olympics next year.
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04/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Dominican Republic, USA clash with Super Round spot on line
Game 5 of the Premier12 2019 was a knockout game that determined who would advance to the Super Round and who would be eliminated.
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03/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | Watch Americas rivals Mexico, USA in pivotal contest one year ago
The two teams, coming from strong wins on Day 1 of the Global Battle, collided on 3 November 2019 at Estadio Charros de Jalisco in Guadalajara.
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02/11/2020
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Premier12 Replay Series | USA, Netherlands collide in opener
The Premier12 Replay Series, celebrating one year from the II Premier12 2019, will lead off with the tournament’s Opening Game between USA and Netherlands in Guadalajara, Mexico.
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02/11/2020
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WBSC to launch ‘Premier12 Replay Series’ on YouTube, starts 2 November
Marking the one-year anniversary since the opening of the II WBSC Premier12, the series will premiere on the WBSC channels following the original schedule of the tournament, featuring one restreamed game per day through the Opening Round and Super Round.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-to-launch-premier12-replay-series-on-youtube-starts-2-november
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30/10/2020
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WBSC Premier12 speedster Ukyo Shuto sets new NPB stolen-base record
The Samurai Japan National Baseball Team member broke the record for consecutive games with a stolen base, breaking Yutaka Fukumoto's record of 11 set in the early 1970s.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-speedster-ukyo-shuto-sets-new-npb-stolen-base-record
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15/10/2020
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WBSC Premier12 2019 All-World shortstop Ha-seong Kim headed to MLB?
Other notable players who may pursue a career in North America are pitcher Hyeon-jong Yang and slugger Sung-bum Na. The posting system runs from 10 November to 14 December.
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12/10/2020
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Cuban players Arozarena, Yuli Gurriel, Chapman part of MLB postseason storyline
They had the spotlight in the American League Division and Championship Series, with changing fortunes.
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06/10/2020
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Season ending surgery for Samurai Japan's Shota Imanaga
The left-handed starter experienced discomfort in his pitching shoulder and underwent a cleaning operation. He was 5-3 in his fifth NPB season.
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02/10/2020
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International players fill MLB postseason rosters
Canada's Josh Naylor did something no other MLB player has done in history. Pitchers Yamaguchi (Toronto Blue Jays) and Kwang Hyun Kim (St Louis Cardinals) represented Japan and Korea at the WBSC Premier12 2019.
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16/09/2020
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US Premier12 pitcher Tanner Houck wins in MLB debut with Red Sox
The right-hander pitched five scoreless innings and struck out seven to earn the win over Miami Marlins in his first MLB start.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/us-premier12-pitcher-tanner-houck-wins-in-mlb-debut-with-red-sox
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11/09/2020
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Samurai Japan's Inaba still focused on Olympic Gold
The National Baseball Team of Japan skipper says he's scouting a lot of players, mostly through television. His Tokyo 2020 plan remains to "share the joy of a win" with the fans and people of Japan.
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09/09/2020
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Cuban stars Lourdes Gurriel, Luis Robert make MLB headlines
Luis Robert broke onto the international scene at the 2015 WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup, while Gurriel Jr. (and his brother Yuli) starred for Cuba at the 2015 WBSC Premier12.
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09/09/2020
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US National Team Premier12 stars Bohm, Dalbec reunite on MLB stage
The Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies split a doubleheader, with the USA Baseball alumni having a major impact on the day.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/us-national-team-premier12-stars-bohm-dalbec-reunite-on-mlb-stage
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07/09/2020
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WBSC Premier12 2019 All-World Team DH Brent Rooker makes MLB debut
The 25-year old prospect wasted no-time after his call-up to to "the show", getting his first hit and RBI in his second appearance.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-2019-all-world-team-dh-brent-rooker-makes-mlb-debut
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31/08/2020
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Premier12 All-World First Baseman Dalbec homers in first MLB game
After striking out in his first at bat, Dalbec connected with a fastball and launched it over the wall in right field in his second turn.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/premier12-all-world-first-baseman-dalbec-homers-in-first-mlb-game
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19/08/2020
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Samurai Japan's Kenta Maeda, three outs short of MLB no-hitter
His Minnesota Twins eventually won in an extra innings against the Milwaukee Brewers. Lefty Caleb Thielbar, the USA pitcher who gave up the key hit in the Premier12 2019 third place game against Mexico, pitched a perfect 10th.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/samurai-japans-kenta-maeda-three-outs-short-of-mlb-no-hitter
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18/08/2020
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WBSC Premier12 Korean star Kwanghyun Kim makes first MLB start
After making his debut on 25 July out of the bullpen, the left-hander went 3.2 innings in the St Louis Cardinals win against the Chicago Cubs
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-korean-star-kwanghyun-kim-makes-first-mlb-start
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17/08/2020
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Cuba's Yariel Rodriguez earns first NPB win
The right-hander went seven innings for the Chunichi Dragons in a 7-4 win against the Yomiuri Giants
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14/08/2020
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Seiya Suzuki, 2019 WBSC Premier12 hero, rocking NPB's Central League
The Hiroshima Toyo Carp slugger has hit 11 home runs in 43 games this season. Last November with the Japanese National Baseball Team, he was named Premier12 MVP and headlined the WBSC All-World Team.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-ii-premier12-hero-seiya-suzuki-rocking-npbs-central-league
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06/08/2020
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Aussie legend, manager David Nilsson says Olympics, int'l play important for baseball
The former MLB All-Star turned down major contract-offers to have a chance to represent his country in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games.
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05/08/2020
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Akiyama, Tsutsugo, Cronenworth, Castellanos: More WBSC Premier12 stars playing in MLB
The Cincinnati Reds gave a present to Akiyama for his first big league hit. Tsutsugo homered on opening day after going long more than 200 times in his NPB career. Cronenworth moved from shortstop to first base, while the Astros' called up Mexico's Humberto Castellanos.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/akiyama-tsutsugo-cronenworth-premier12-stars-shine-at-mlb-level
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04/08/2020
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USA's Adell, Ponce from WBSC Premier12 to MLB
The Los Angeles Angeles called up Adell and put Shohei Ohtani, another Premier12 star, on the injured list. Ponce pitched for the Pirates on Sunday, 2 August.
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15/07/2020
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Taiwan's Chiang Shao Ching, Cuba's Yasiel Puig ready for MLB experience
Chiang was the ace of the pitching staff for Chinese Taipei in the 2019 WBSC Premier12, while former All-Star outfielder Puig led Cuba to a bronze medal in the 2008 WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/taiwans-chiang-shao-ching-cubas-yasiel-puig-ready-for-mlb-experience
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23/06/2020
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Final of WBSC Premier12 2019 to close GameTime Classics series
Episode 88 is number 44 dedicated to baseball and will take you back to the championship game of the second edition of WBSC Flagship event between top-ranked Japan and world No. 3 Korea.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/final-of-wbsc-premier12-2019-to-close-gametime-classics-series
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22/06/2020
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GameTime Classics Episode 87: watch Mexico, USA collide for Olympic spot at WBSC Premier12 2019
It was a bronze medal game line any other in the history of international baseball. The two National Teams needed 12 pitchers to complete a ten-inning drama
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18/06/2020
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Premier12 fireballer Noah Song to report to US Navy Flight School
The Boston Red Sox won't be able to use his 99 mph arm before May 2021. "I am fortunate to have two ‘Plan A's’ in life."
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/premier12-fireballer-noah-song-to-report-to-us-navy-flight-school
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14/05/2020
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GameTime Classics | Episode 51: Korea, USA play in final of 2015 Premier12
In the semi-finals, USA topped Mexico, while Korea surprised Japan with a ninth-inning attack that shook the baseball world in 2015.
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10/05/2020
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GameTime Classics | Episode 47: Watch bronze medal game of WBSC Premier12 2015 - Mexico v Japan
The third-place game of the inaugural WBSC Premier12 will be available for free at www.youtube.com/wbsc and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/wbsc.
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02/05/2020
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GameTime Classics | Episode 39: Australia takes on Japan in WBSC Premier12 2019 Super Round thriller
Australia and Japan met in the Super Round of the Premier12. The hard-fought game would involve more than 10 pitchers.
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28/04/2020
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GameTime Classics | Episode 35: Superpowers Japan, USA collide at WBSC Premier12 2019
NPB submariner Rei Takahashi and MLB top prospect Penn Murfee were the first two of 12 pitchers that would take the mound in this exciting head-to-head battle between the top two teams ranked teams in the world.
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20/04/2020
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GameTime Classics | Episode 27: USA take on Chinese Taipei in must-win WBSC Premier12 2019 clash
USA and Chinese Taipei took the field at the Tokyo Dome on 15 November 2019. You can relive the exciting game in the daily series that the WBSC is offering for free on YouTube and Facebook.
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16/04/2020
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Aaron Whitefield named Australian Baseball League's defensive player of the year
The Adelaide Giants and Minnesota Twins Class A center fielder showcased some of his defensive magic during the WBSC Premier12 2019.
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08/04/2020
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GameTime Classics Episode 15: Watch Australia vs USA in 2019 Premier12 thriller
A total of nine pitchers, including USA fireballer Noah Song, took the mound on 13 November 2019 for the Super Round contest at the Tokyo Dome.
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02/04/2020
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GameTime Classics: Watch Korea vs Japan in 2015 Premier12 Semi-Final
Japan turned to Shohei Ohtani, while Korea countered with Rhee Dae-eun in this blockbuster rivalry matchup at the inaugural WBSC Premier12 in 2015.
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25/03/2020
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Watch for free: WBSC Baseball, Softball World Cup blockbuster games
A selection of the most memorable international baseball and softball games have been pulled out of the WBSC archives to watch for free at youtube.com/wbsc and facebook.com/wbsc.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/gametime-classics-wbsc-to-stream-selected-games-out-of-its-library
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20/03/2020
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Premier12 Final: Remembering Tetsuto Yamada's game-changing home run
Japan was trailing 3-1 against rival Korea in the championship game of the Premier12 2019 when the first baseman stepped into the batter's box.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/premier12-final-remembering-tetsuto-yamadas-game-changing-home-run
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17/03/2020
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4 months ago: Japan wins WBSC Premier12, Mexico earns historic Olympic baseball ticket
The final between rivals Japan and Korea was played in front of an electric crowd of 44,960 at the Tokyo Dome and exploded on social media.
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27/01/2020
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Canadian Larry Walker inducted into Cooperstown Hall of Fame
He reached the 75 per cent grade in his tenth and final year of eligibility. He's coached on the Canadian National Team for the last 15 years, most recently at the WBSC Premier12 2019.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/canadas-coach-larry-walker-inducted-into-the-usa-baseball-hall-of-fame
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23/01/2020
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Dominican Republic Premier12 manager Rojas to lead NY Mets
Highly regarded Luis Rojas is the son of Dominican baseball legend Felipe Alou and brother of former six-time MLB All-Star Moises Alou.
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09/01/2020
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Shogo Akiyama signs for MLB Cincinnati Reds
The NPB star outfielder, a left handed batter, is a veteran of international baseball. He represented Japan at the WBSC Premier12 2015.
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20/12/2019
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2019: Premier12 - The “biggest int’l baseball event in recent history”
The success and excitement of the 2019 Premier12 have set the stage for a massive spectacle and worldwide spotlight on baseball at the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan, where baseball is king of sports content.
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19/12/2019
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Chris Oxspring: Olympic memories
Australia's bullpen coach pitched the semifinal against Japan at the 2004 Games in Athens
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18/12/2019
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WBSC Premier12 star Kim Kwanghyun signs for MLB St. Louis Cardinals
The left-hander won 17 games in the 2019 KBO season and performed as one of the top starters for Korea at the WBSC Premier12 2019. He signed a two-year contract worth US$8 million. The SK Wywerns, his former team, will receive a US$ 1.6 million posting fee.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-premier12-star-kim-kwanghyun-signs-for-mlb-st-louis-cardinals
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18/12/2019
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WBSC Shop: Another way for fans to show their support
Missing the Premier12? Baseball fans around the world can still grab a slice of the Premier12 history by ordering the latest Premier12 gear in the WBSC Store.
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11/12/2019
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Sadaharu Oh: Q & A with the one and only Home Run King
The legendary former slugger and manager took the floor at the WBSC Congress in Osaka to talk about the latest projects of his World Children's Baseball Fair Foundation. WBSC took the chance to sit down with him for this Question & Answer session
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09/12/2019
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Adell: Proudest baseball moment, pulling on USA Premier12 jersey
Jo Adell, the Los Angeles Angels top prospect who "can hit the ectoplasm out of the baseball", said it was special representing USA at the WBSC Premier12 2019.
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20/11/2019
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Players, managers praise Premier12 and its international success
"The Premier12 helps the internationalization and the globalization of baseball, this is a fact. The game needs to be global," stated WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/players-managers-praise-premier12-international-baseball-success
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19/11/2019
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Over $5m in prize money distributed among Premier12 teams
A minimum of 50 percent of a team's prize money is to be distributed equally among the players on the 28-man roster
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/over-5-million-in-prize-money-distributed-among-premier12-teams
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19/11/2019
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Premier12 2019: better pitching, closer games, more emotions
The pitching level in 2019 was significantly better than in 2015, marking also an increment in the level of play.
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19/11/2019
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Samurai Japan, the history of a success
The II Premier12 2019 was another major accomplishment for the Japanese Baseball National Team or Samurai Japan
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18/11/2019
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WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari, NPB Commissioner Atsushi Saito agree: "More international baseball"
The Premier12 formula allows to acknowledge the whole of a baseball programme. Everybody will remember the excitment of the Tokyo Dome crowds
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18/11/2019
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Seiya Suzuki tops Premier12 2019 individual stats
The Samurai Japan right fielder earned five individual titles: batting average, runs batted in, runs scored, slugging and on-base
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17/11/2019
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Kim Kyungmoon: “We must keep working to compete and win the Olympic Games”
“Nobody is happy finishing second place in an important tournament like this”
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17/11/2019
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Atsunori Inaba: “Winning the Premier12 and the Olympics has been our goal the last two years”
Tonight Inaba won his first title as the Samurai Japan skipper
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17/11/2019
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Japan's Seiya Suzuki leads amazing All World Team
Japan's Seiya Suzuki was named the MVP and was picked as the right fielder for the WBSC All-World Team
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17/11/2019
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Japan beat Korea, climb on top of the world
Tetsuto Yamada put Japan ahead in the bottom of the second with a three-run home run. Six pitchers limited Korea to three hits over the course of eight innings. Japan's Seiya Suzuki named the tournament MVP
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17/11/2019
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Mexico heads to the Olympics, makes history
"Baseball in our Country has accomplished a lot, but nothing of the sort," commented Federation President Enrique Mayorga. "This is really historic."
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17/11/2019
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Efren Navarro: “This is historic for Mexico”
Clark hit a clutch home run in the ninth inning to tie the game, while Navarro hit the game-winning RBI single in the tenth to send Mexico to the Olympics
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17/11/2019
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Carlos Bustamante: “I took it as a challenge, getting three outs without runs allowed”
Bustamante was the winning pitcher of the game in 1 inning of work
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17/11/2019
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Juan Gabriel Castro: “I like this bronze medal, next year we’ll be back here for gold"
Castro: “I´m very happy for winning this game, earning the bronze medal and even more happy to qualify for the Olympic Games.”
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17/11/2019
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Scott Brosius: “You win as a team, you lose as a team”
USA manager congratulated Mexico for his qualification to Tokyo 2020 and reflected about the game
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17/11/2019
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Navarro singles in extras, brings Mexico to the 2020 Olympics
Matthew Clark tied the game on a solo home run in the bottom of the ninth, the first baseman brought tie-break rule runner Salazar home after a neverending duel with reliever Thielbar
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17/11/2019
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Noah Song, the US Naval Flight Officer with a 99 mph arm
The reliever impressed at the WBSC Premier12. The Boston Red Sox are waiting for him, so is the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida
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16/11/2019
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PREVIEW: Japan face Korea for Premier12 Championship
Korea are the defending Premier12 and Olympic Champions ... Japan finished third at the 2015 Premier12 ... Japan defeated Korea in their Super Round game 10-8 last night.
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16/11/2019
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PREVIEW: US, Mexico to battle for bronze, Olympic berth today
The US and Mexico will battle for Premier12 bronze and the fourth spot at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
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16/11/2019
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Atsunori Inaba: “We’re going to fight in the final”
"We don’t want to have any regrets, playing all together we’re going to win this game.”
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16/11/2019
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Kim Kyungmoon: “Is more important to win tomorrow’s game”
“We expect to have our best pitching staff tomorrow, and together with the lineup play a good game.”
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16/11/2019
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Japan beats Korea in front of impressive crowd, powerhouses ready for WBSC Premier12 final
A total of 44,224 fans enjoyed a 3 hour 43 minute slugfest at the Tokyo Dome
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16/11/2019
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16/11/2019
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Hong I-Chung: “It was a very tight game”
“Our players did very well, especially in the eighth inning,” said Chinese Taipei manager.
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16/11/2019
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“Premier12 has been a fantastic tournament,” said David Nilsson
"Having the best 12 baseball programs in the world competing in different places is a wonderful concept"
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/-premier12-has-been-a-fantastic-tournament-said-david-nilsson
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16/11/2019
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Bats come alive late, Chinese Taipei wins, sends USA to third place game
Wang Wei Chen singled to break the tie, a three-run homer by Lin Che Hsuan punched out the Aussies. World number 2 USA will play World number 6 Mexico for a spot in Tokyo 2020
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/bats-come-alive-late-chinese-taipei-wins-sends-usa-to-third-place-game
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16/11/2019
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Aaron Whitefield: From U-19 Softball World Cup to Premier12
Aaron Whitefield, current Australia Baseball National Team center fielder, started playing softball as a kid and represented his country at the U-19 Men's Softball World Cup 2012
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15/11/2019
1 Minute Read
Preview: Korea, Japan to battle in Super Round Finale
Japan and Korea will meet two nights in a row, once tonight in the Super Round Finale, the other in the WBSC Premier12 Championship Game.
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15/11/2019
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Preview: Medal games on the line as Australia take on Chinese Taipei
A win for Australia sees them qualify for the Bronze Medal game ... The US will take on Mexico in the Bronze Medal game if Chinese Taipei win.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/preview-medal-games-on-the-line-as-australia-take-on-chinese-taipei
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15/11/2019
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Premier12 prize money tops $5m
WBSC to introduce bonus money for each win and winning the opening round in Premier12 global baseball tournament, Olympic Qualifier. WBSC Premier12 to distribute the highest amount of world ranking points in baseball.
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15/11/2019
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Kim Kyungmoon: “We’re going to play very well in Tokyo 2020”
“I’m very happy and pleased for the ticket to the Olympic Games,” said Kim Hyunsoo
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15/11/2019
1 Minute Read
Juan Gabriel Castro: “It was a one-inning ballgame”
“This is baseball, tonight was not our best night, but we’ll keep pushing. Every day is different, it’s part of the tournament,” said MExican first baseman Efren Navarro.
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15/11/2019
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Korea earns chance to defend Olympic gold medal, WBSC Premier12 title
Korea earned an Olympic gold medal in 2008 and a bronze in 2000. It played and lost the third-place game in 1988. It's the third Nation to qualify after Japan and Israel
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/korea-earned-a-chance-to-defens-olympic-gold-medal-wbsc-premier12-title
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15/11/2019
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Big inning earns Korea Olympic spot, WBSC Premier12 final
Mexico took the lead in the top of the fifth on a two-run homer by Jonathan Jones. In the bottom half of the frame, 11 Korean batters produced seven runs.
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15/11/2019
1 Minute Read
WBSC partner Hublot hosts charity event during Premier12
Japanese baseball legends Kazushige Nagashima and Koji Uehara participated in the event. Hublot raised 1.8 million yen as a donation to the typhoon-stricken area in Chiba.
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15/11/2019
1 Minute Read
Brent Rooker: “I was looking for a slider in the middle of the plate”
The US right fielder hit a go-ahead home run in the bottom of the seventh in today’s victory over Chinese Taipei
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/brent-rooker-i-was-looking-for-a-slider-in-the-middle-of-the-plate-
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15/11/2019
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USA press conference, Brosius: “A big swing today gave us the victory”
Scott Brosius praised Wu Sheng-Feng performance today: “The starting pitcher for Chinese Taipei threw a great game today, very difficult to score on, so it became a game where only one big swing could decide the game."
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/usa-press-conference-brosius-a-big-swing-today-gave-us-the-victory-
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15/11/2019
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Chinese Taipei press conference, Hu Chin-Lung: “Only one mistake changed the flow of the game”
Chinese Taipei manager Hong I-Ching and left fielder Hu Chin-Lung expressed their feelings about the game.
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15/11/2019
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Rooker hits go-ahead homer, USA still alive in WBSC Premier12
A two-run home run by Brent Rooker put the USA ahead, Noah Song and Brandon Dickson pitched back to back perfect innings to protect the lead
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14/11/2019
2 Minute Read
WBSC and Japan Baseball leaders applaud Premier12 and its growth of international baseball
“Premier12 is extremely important to international baseball, providing the opportunity for teams to compete in a high-level, international event,” said Mr Masatake Yamanaka, President of the Baseball Federation of Japan
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14/11/2019
1 Minute Read
Preview: Chinese Taipei, US set for Super Round clash
The US and Chinese Taipei enter this game with one Super Round win apiece.
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14/11/2019
1 Minute Read
Preview: Mexico, Korea looking to bounce back in Super Round
Mexico will play their final game of the Super Round ... Korea enter this game coming off a seven run loss against Chinese Taipei.
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14/11/2019
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Meet Ryan Verdugo, the Mexican pitcher who made history in CPBL
The 32-year old pitched on 7 October 2018 the first-ever perfect game in the history of the Chinese Professional Baseball League
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/meet-ryan-verdugo-the-mexican-pitcher-who-made-history-in-cpbl
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13/11/2019
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Press conference Mexico v Japan, Inaba: "Our pitchers had an excellent performance tonight”
Managers Atsunori Inaba and Juan Gabriel Castro analyzed the game after Japan's win over Mexico
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13/11/2019
2 Minute Read
Pitchers star, Japan beats Mexico
Mexico could get only one hit, a home run by Jonathan Jones in the fourth, and suffered the fitrst loss in the WBSC Premier 12 2019
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13/11/2019
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Australia v USA press conference, Tim Atherton: “It’s a great feeling for us”
This is the first time Australia beat USA in a flagship World Cup or the Olympic Games.
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13/11/2019
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Australia upsets USA, historic win
Aaron Whitefield put the Aussies ahead in the top of the first and protected the lead with great plays in center field. It's the first Australian win over USA in ten head to heads at the World Cup and Olympic level.
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12/11/2019
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Preview: Mexico's undefeated record on the line against Japan
Mexico continued their undefeated start to the 2019 Premier12 with a win over Australia yesterday ... Japan has a 2-0 record over Mexico in all-time Premier12 play.
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12/11/2019
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Preview: Australia aiming to re-write history against the US
Australia have never beaten the USA at World Cup/Olympic level ... The US inflicted Japan's first 2019 Premier12 loss at the Tokyo Dome last night.
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12/11/2019
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Chang Yi throws a gem as Chinese Taipei earns first Super Round win
Chinese Taipei starter Chang Yi tossed 6.2 innings, giving up 4 scattered hits and 4 walks, with 4 strikeouts.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/chang-yi-throws-a-gem-as-chinese-taipei-earns-first-super-round-win
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12/11/2019
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USA back in play, first loss for Samurai Japan
World number 2 defeated world number one in front of a crowd of 27,827 thanks to a strong offensive performance
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12/11/2019
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Jones stars, Mexico keeps winning
The center fielder homered on the first pitch he saw, added an RBI-double and robbed Aussie third baseman George of an extra-base hit
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11/11/2019
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Preview: Top two ranked baseball nations collide at Tokyo Dome
Japan are coming off a comeback win against Australia ... the USA are looking to bounce back after a Super Round loss to Korea.
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/preview-top-two-ranked-baseball-nations-collide-at-tokyo-dome
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11/11/2019
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Preview: Korea aiming to stay perfect against Chinese Taipei
Korea are one of three teams with a perfect record at the Premier12 ... Chinese Taipei will send talented Chang Yi to the mound for this game.
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11/11/2019
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Preview: Mexico, Australia set for Super Round battle at Tokyo Dome
Mexico are one of three undefeated teams at the WBSC Premier12 ... Australia's lone win of the Premier12 came against Canada in Group C
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/preview-mexico-australia-set-for-super-round-battle-at-tokyo-dome
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11/11/2019
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Jaehwan Kim’s 3-run homer lifts Korea past USA
Korea moved to 2-0 and remain unbeaten in the Premier12. USA outhit Korea, but couldn't find the clutch hit to produce more runs.
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11/11/2019
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Japan comes from behind, defeats brave Australia
The Aussie took a lead into the seventh. Their bullpen wasn't as effective as in the key game of the opening round against Canada. Samurai relievers Kaino and Yamasaki were untouchable.
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11/11/2019
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Mexico shuts-out Chinese Taipei, stays undefeated
A solo homer by veteran catcher Alì Solis broke the tie in the bottom of the fifth
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11/11/2019
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Numbers of the Premier12 Opening Round
Group A in Guadalajara was a slugfest, while Group C in Seoul saw three of four teams with an ERA below 3
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10/11/2019
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The Aussie pitcher who beat Japan
Pitching coach Chris Oxspring is the pitcher who outdueled Daisuke Matsuzaka in the semifinal of the 2004 Olympics in Athens
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10/11/2019
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Starting pitchers announced, Premier12 super round ready to go
During the pre-tournament press conference managers revealed the pitchers for the opening games: Yang Hyeon-jong and Cody Ponce will duel in Korea-USA. Arturo Reyes and Chiang Shao-Ching will face each other in Mexico-Chinese Taipei. Shun Yamaguchi and Dushan Ruzic will start Japan-Australia
Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/starting-pitchers-announced-premier12-super-round-ready-to-go
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