Two Japanese players who knew each other from their time on the World Baseball Classic team recently went out to dinner. One has already solidified his status as the “GOAT” in the majors by leading the Dodgers to their second consecutive championship. The other has yet to make his MLB debut, and the Yankees are keeping close tabs on him. Will these former teammates reunite in Los Angeles?

Munetaka Murakami, a 25-year-old slugger, is drawing significant attention for his remarkable power in Japan. Over eight NPB seasons, he has hit 246 home runs, including a record 56 in 2022, surpassing Sadaharu Oh’s mark. And this season? He has hit 22 homers, 47 RBIs, and 1.043 OPS in only 56 games.

His impressive performance has led to comparisons with Babe Ruth, even though he can’t throw. The New Y

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