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January 18, 2025: Star sign: Coveted Japanese ace chooses MLB team

Roki Sasaki is the latest Japanese star to sign with the Dodgers, who are now even more talented. Will L.A. successfully defend its World Series title? - Angie
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Roki Sasaki is the latest Japanese star to sign with the Dodgers, who are now even more talented. Will L.A. successfully defend its World Series title? - Angie
 
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"Greatness doesn't come from someone saying he can't do this or he can't do that, but him going out there and doing it." - Saquon Barkley
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LeBron reportedly not involved in manager's rival basketball league
'It's a beautiful thing to see': LeBron raves about Austin Reaves' growth
Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to dominate 2025 All-Star voting
Kevin Garnett rips Tom Thibodeau as Knicks starters toil away
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Hornets star out indefinitely as injury bug bites Charlotte again
Thunder provide encouraging update regarding key player
Ja Morant fibbed about never dunking again — and that's awesome
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart involved in another heated on-court incident
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has great comment after dominant win over Cavs
 
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Kevin O'Connell makes huge statement about Vikings future after playoff loss
Browns' Denzel Ward shares big hint about Deshaun Watson's future
 
"I just hope that I can figure it out and figure out how to get healthy in time." - Naomi Osaka
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Emma Raducanu humbled, outclassed by Iga Swiatek at Australian Open
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Deion Sanders-Cowboys rumors gain more steam with bombshell report
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Latest Mikko Rantanen rumor is bad news for Avalanche fans
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Elliotte Friedman confirms shocking report on Penguins, Tristan Jarry
Trade rumors are heating up between the Red Wings and Rangers
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