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Nats predicted champs while Strasburg snags SI cover

It's a lofty prediction that excites some fans and worries others it's jinxing the season. "Sports Illustrated" is picking the Nationals as the favorite for the World Series.

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Nats closer Clippard looks forward to facing Jeter

Nats closer Tyler Clippard works out with Derek Jeter of the Yankees. But Clippard, a former Yankee, has never faced Jeter while on the mound. That may change this weekend.

Tags: Tyler Clippard, nationals, nats, yankees, closer

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