All posts tagged "Ed Odeven"

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  Features

  / 5 months ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Haruka Kitaguchi Handles the Pressure to Win in Monaco

  In preparation for the Paris Olympics, javelin thrower Haruka Kitaguchi saved her best for last to claim victory on her final...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Basketball

  / 6 months ago

  Yuta Watanabe to Play for B.League's Chiba Jets in 2024-25 Season

  After six seasons in the NBA, Yuta Watanabe brings his experience to the title-chasing Jets. He says he's "super excited" to...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Baseball

  / 6 months ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Teenager Rintaro Sasaki Exhibits Talent in the MLB Draft League

  Since he made his MLB Draft League debut in mid-June, Iwate Prefecture native Rintaro Sasaki has shown that his mighty swing...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Basketball

  / 6 months ago

  Japan Men's Basketball Squad Unveils its Roster for Paris Olympics

  NBA forward Rui Hachimura is back on the national basketball team for the first time since the Tokyo Olympics, helping raise...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Baseball

  / 6 months ago

  Cubs Left-Hander Shota Imanaga Named to the NL All-Star Team

  In 16 starts this season, MLB rookie Shota Imanaga has a 7-2 record and a 3.16 ERA. He has 92 strikeouts...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 6 months ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Japan's Athletes for the Paris Olympics Receive a Spirited Send-Off

  Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko were among the dignitaries at a ceremony, which was held three weeks before the...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Baseball

  / 6 months ago

  Shohei Ohtani: Fun Facts and Memorable Quotes to Mark His 30th Birthday

  Two-time AL MVP Shohei Ohtani is having a terrific season for the Los Angeles Dodgers, providing a big spark on offense...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 6 months ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Expect a Plethora of Olympic Medals for Japan in Paris

  After a sensational showing at Tokyo 2020, where Japan collected 58 Olympic medals, there are big expectations for the nation's athletes...

  By Ed Odeven
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  News

  / 6 months ago

  Japan Men Capture Silver in the Volleyball Nations League

  After earning a third-place finish in the same tournament in 2023, the Japan men's volleyball squad heads to Paris with a...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 6 months ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] B.League Forges Ahead with Ambitious Goals

  Developing five B.League players and sending them to the NBA by 2030 is one of the league's top objectives over the...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 6 months ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Japan's Street Skateboarding Squads Look Poised for Major Success in Paris

  In the final qualifier before the Paris Olympics, Japan captured the gold, silver and bronze medals in both the men's and...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Baseball

  / 6 months ago

  MLB Notes: Shohei Ohtani Thriving as the Leadoff Hitter

  Since Dodgers teammate Mookie Betts broke his hand in mid-June, Shohei Ohtani has given the MLB team a big boost at...

  By Ed Odeven