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The Montreal Expos were a Major League Baseball team based in Montreal from 1969 through 2004. Named after Expo 67, they became MLB's first franchise located outside the United States and played home games principally at Jarry Park and Olympic Stadium. Financial and attendance difficulties contributed to the franchise's relocation to Washington, D.C., for the 2005 season, where it became the Washington Nationals.
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When did the Montreal Expos play in Major League Baseball?
The Montreal Expos played in Montreal from 1969 through 2004. The franchise was later relocated and became the Washington Nationals.
Why were they called the Montreal Expos?
The name referred to Expo 67, the international exposition held in Montreal in 1967. The team began play two years later in 1969.
Where did the Montreal Expos play home games?
Their principal home venues were Jarry Park and Olympic Stadium. Olympic Stadium became the team's best-known Montreal home.
What was historically unusual about the Montreal Expos?
They were Major League Baseball's first franchise located outside the United States. The team represented Montreal from 1969 until its final season there in 2004.
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