In 2008, Samurai Japan, led by Manager Hoshino, had the strongest members, but suffered a crushing defeat at the Beijing Olympics. Hoshino is also listed as a director candidate for the WBC next year. However, Ichiro complained that it was not revenge for the Beijing Olympics, and Hoshino never became a coach.
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