Justin Verlander / Stephen Strasburg

The Washington Nationals defeated the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the World Series to win their first World Championship in franchise history. Stephen Strasburg pitched brilliantly, striking out 14 over 8 innings to earn the win and series MVP honors. The Nationals rallied from a 3-2 series deficit to claim the title, becoming the first road team to win Game 7 since 1979.