Dogged by criticism that they could not win without sign-stealing, Houston beat the Philadelphia Phillies in six games to complete a nearly perfect postseason.
Tag: Baseball
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World Series: Catches by Chas McCormick and Trey Mancini Saved Game 5 for Astros
Chas McCormick grew up near Philadelphia in a family of Phillies fans, but his catch at the wall in Game 5 has Houston one win away from a World Series title.
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World Series: Justin Verlander and Astros Beat Phillies in Game 5
Justin Verlander finally got his first World Series victory, Jeremy Peña carried the offense and Houston has Philadelphia on the ropes as it heads home for Game 6.
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Cristian Javier, Framber Valdez and the Astros Pitching Factory
Cristian Javier and Framber Valdez were never considered top prospects, but the young starting pitchers are leading the way for the Astros in the World Series.
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Dusty Baker Has Managed in Two of Three Postseason No-Hitters
Manager Dusty Baker has been in a dugout for two of Major League Baseball’s three postseason no-hitters: Roy Halladay’s in 2010 and the Astros’ combined effort in Game 4.