The Dodgers have gone a ridiculous 25-4 this month, making a run at MLB’s best record, led by MVP candidate Mookie Betts.
Author: Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY
Stephen Strasburg, famed prospect and World Series MVP who battled injury, plans to retire
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