Last year, the Red Sox ended its World Series jinx since 1918. This time, the White Sox ended theirs dating to 1917, by sweeping Houston. Though the long-ball still dominated, the World Series combatants were the best at pitching and playing small-ball. After four prodigious seasons, St. Louis’ Albert Pujols finally won his first MVP award in his fifth by hitting .330-41-117. Can’t get enough? Here’s more.

The Additional Players include the popular “total cards” that show the combined statistics for players traded between leagues in mid-season. In 2005, there are 40 total cards, including those for Placido Polanco and Eric Byrnes. Other Additional Players include men with limited time, but may have had the at-bats or starting pitching assignments you want for a detailed season replay.  

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837 total cards including 27-card mixed player group and 171 additional players

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