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Stephen Strasburg, 2019 World Series MVP, plans to retire
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Stephen Strasburg, 2019 World Series MVP, plans to retire
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Stephen Strasburg (2 wins, 14 Ks, 2.51 ERA) takes home 2019 World
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Quick Notes: Mark Lerner issues a rare statement about Stephen
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Stephen Strasburg has decided to retire, AP source says
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Former WS MVP Stephen Strasburg makes shocking decision
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Source - Nationals World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg to retire - ESPN
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Nationals change their tune on Stephen Strasburg retirement plan
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Back where he caught it, Adams recalls Strasburg's last start - Blog
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Stephen Strasburg Plans To Retire - MLB Trade Rumors
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Stephen Strasburg makes stunning decision on his future