After a dominant postseason ending with the first World Series title in franchise history, Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg was named World Series MVP. He's the first No. 1 overall pick to be named a World Series MVP in MLB history.
After a dominant postseason ending with the first World Series title in franchise history, Strasburg was named World Series MVP. He's the first No. 1 overall pick to be named a World Series MVP in MLB history.Strasburg, in his 10th season, led Washington to Fall Classic wins in Game 2 and Game 6, both on the road."It's almost like we've done it so many times that we have to get punched in the face to kind of wake up," Strasburg said."I think it's just the MO.
Democrats and Republicans celebrate Washington Nationals' World Series winIn 2012, his first full season back following the surgery, the Nationals -- wanting to limit his innings -- famously chose to shut down Strasburg before the playoffs after his final start on September 7. It was a move that was criticized at the time, as a healthy Strasburg had gone 15-6 on the season.The Nationals lost in the National League Division Series in the playoffs that year.
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