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A look back at MLB National League's brightest stars. (Wikimedia Image)

The National League hasn’t enjoyed a lot of success in the World Series since the designated hitter came along, but there’s been no shortage of epic heroes over the years from the senior circuit.

• 1905: Christy Mathewson wins three games, all shutouts, as New York Giants beat Philadelphia Athletics in five.
• 1931: Pepper Martin goes 12-for-24 as St. Louis bounces Connie Mack’s Athletics.
• 1957: Eddie Matthews hits game-winning home run in Game 4; Braves go on to defeat Yankees.
• 1960: Bill Mazeroski hits series-ending home run in Game 7 as Pirates upset Yankees.
• 1969: Ron Swoboda makes diving catch to help Miracle Mets win Game 4 against Baltimore.
• 1988: Kirk Gibson hobbles around bases after walk-off, pinch-hit home run off Oakland’s Dennis Eckersley wins Game 1.
• 2001: Luis Gonzalez becomes Mr. November with winning hit in Game 7 off Yankees star reliever Mariano Rivera.

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