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Ichiro Suzuki (center) celebrates with teammates after Japan captured the Classic title. (AP)

Ichiro lifts Japan to its second Classic title

After Korea sent the game into extras, Japan successfully defended its Classic title, winning, 5-3, Monday behind Ichiro Suzuki's two-run single. Daisuke Matsuzaka was named MVP. More >

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Recap: JPN 5, KOR 3 F/10

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