How Cardinals' Lars Nootbaar became an instant fan favorite for Japan at World Baseball Classic

Lars Nootbaar's journey to becoming MLB star

Japan buzzing for Shohei Ohtani's return in WBC

Lars Nootbaar shines spotlight on Shohei Ohtani after two-way superstar seals historic third championship for Team Japan at 2023 WBC

MLB notebook: Japan buzzing for Ohtani's return in WBC

Lars Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC

Pair of Cardinals share a special day

At WBC, Cardinals Outfielder Lars Nootbaar Was a Hit With Japan - The New York Times

Lars Nootbaar stays in Japanese spotlight after WBC star turn - The Japan Times

Lars Nootbaar brings 'grind-it-out spirit' to Japan and WBC - Newsday

World Baseball Classic power rankings: How do the globe's best stack up? - The Athletic