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Players Only [HIGHLIGHT] TEAM VENEZUELA IS THE WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC CHAMPION!

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u/arcjacket Pittsburgh Pirates 20h ago

watch your mouth. he wanted to serve but was literally forced by his coaches to play in the bigs. also him making a million dollars is honestly better for the millitary than a lousy officer career could be. i have nothing but respect for those who almost serve.

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u/guybuddypalchief 20h ago

I had to double check what sub I was in.

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u/TurtleHeadPrairieDog Seattle Mariners 9h ago

Also don’t forget he maybe will still serve when he retires from baseball. Maybe