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Nationals' 2009 1st overall pick, 2019 World Series MVP retires
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Stephen Strasburg (2 wins, 14 Ks, 2.51 ERA) takes home 2019 World
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Stephen Strasburg - Wikipedia
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World Series champion Stephen Strasburg to retire amid string of
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Stephen Strasburg has decided to retire, AP source says
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Nationals cancel Stephen Strasburg's retirement ceremony
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Nationals star pitcher Strasburg reportedly plans to retire
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Stephen Strasburg, 2019 Nationals World Series champion, expected
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World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg retiring; career included