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Japan · JapanOrix Buffaloes have won three straight pennants in the Pacific League. Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks gather their forces for a renewed push for the crown. Orix and manager Satoshi Nakajima absorbed the loss of star hitter Masataka Yoshida, who moved to MLB after the 2022 season, and now forge ahead without ace pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto.See the Story
Pacific League pennant set to be tight race as Buffaloes chase dynasty in 2024
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Boston Red Sox · BostonThe Boston Red Sox have acquired Japanese pitcher Naoyuki Uwasawa. The 30-year-old made the jump to MLB this offseason from the Pacific League's Nippon Ham Fighters. He struggled in four spring training games for the Rays, going 0-1 with a 13.03 ERA.See the Story
Red Sox sign Japanese pitcher Naoyuki Uwasawa from Rays
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Japan · JapanHanshin Tigers begin the season as the hunted after winning the Central League pennant and ending a 38-year wait for a Japan Series title. Hanshin must overcome the hangover of an offseason that was busier than usual after a triumph that felt cathartic for much of the Kansai region.See the Story
Tigers remain the Central League's team to beat as rival Giants loom
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Lionel MessiLionel Messi will not consider his age as a deciding factor in his retirement plans. The Argentine forward says he has no clear idea of what he will do when that time comes. Messi played for 17 years at Barcelona before signing for Paris Saint-Germain in 2021.See the Story
Age won't determine when I retire, says Lionel Messi
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Los Angeles LakersJapanese forward Rui Hachimura had his first double-double of the NBA season. The Los Angeles Lakers overcame a late-game deficit to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 128-124. Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 34 points and 23 rebounds. Giannis Antetokounmpo paced the Bucks with a 29-point, 21-rebound, 11-assist triple-double.See the Story
Hachimura logs 16-point double-double as Lakers win in OT
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Sports · Saudi ArabiaAs the only bidder, Saudi Arabia was anointed host of the 2034 World Cup last October by FIFA.Infrastructure is the initial concern for the oil-rich kingdom, which is snapping up high-profile sports events in an attempt to sweep away its conservative image and entice foreign investment.See the Story
Ten years from home World Cup, Saudi Arabia sizes up 'huge challenge'
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