Stephen Strasburg, Nationals World Series MVP, set to retire due to injury struggles
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg, who led the team to a World Series championship in 2019, is expected to retire from his playing career due to ongoing injury struggles. Strasburg, who has dealt with arm issues throughout his career, has faced carpal tunnel neuritis, shoulder inflammation, strained neck, thoracic outlet syndrome, severe nerve damage, and other injuries. Despite the setbacks, he had an impressive career, earning three All-Star selections, finishing high in Cy Young voting, and winning the World Series MVP in 2019. Strasburg retires with a record of 113-62, a 3.24 ERA, and numerous franchise records for the Nationals.