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For Astros and Nationals, a World Series Flush With Aces - The New
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Phillies reach World Series for 1st time since 2009, will face
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Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title – The
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Nationals complete NL wildcard comeback win after error scorches
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Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title
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Nationals win 2019 World Series
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Nationals' spirit triumphed over Astros' numbers in the World
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The Wait Is Over. The Nationals Are Headed to the World Series
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We're all living the dream' -- Inside the Nationals' astonishing
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Rangers now focus on playing as well at home in World Series vs