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World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg has decided to retire, AP source says
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Why is Stephen Strasburg retiring? Nationals pitcher's comeback attempts fall short amid injuries
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Stephen Strasburg goes from shutdown to World Series MVP
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Washington Nationals Sunday Notes: Stephen Strasburg, Chad Tracy, John Lannan - Federal Baseball
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Re-watching Stephen Strasburg's Washington Nationals electric MLB debut - Federal Baseball
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Nationals' Stephen Strasburg pounded in first outing of season
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Nationals could be facing a dilemma with former Torrington Twister Stephen Strasburg if they stay in first place in NL East
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Strasburg's 1st appearance since August: 4 Ks in 6 batters - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Washington Nationals' Stephen Strasburg shutdown decision in 2012 still haunts team - The Washington Post
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World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg has decided to retire, AP source says