Houston’s Framber Valdez flamed out in last year’s World Series but he learned from those mistakes and dominated the Phillies in a crucial Game 2 win.
Tag: Playoff Games
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World Series: Framber Valdez and Astros Even Series With Game 2 Win
Houston set the tone against Philadelphia with three straight hits to start the game, giving Framber Valdez and the Astros bullpen all the support they needed for a big win at home.
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World Series: Kyle Schwarber Did What the Cubs Couldn’t
A dynasty-to-be ended up with only one championship, but Schwarber, an affable slugger known for (very) long home runs, is back in the Fall Classic with Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia’s Rob Thomson Makes the Right Calls in World Series Game 1
Determined to capitalize on his team’s momentum, Phillies Manager Rob Thomson went to his top relievers early in Game 1. The moves paid off with a win on the road.
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World Series: Nick Castellanos Saved Phillies With Catch in Game 1
A fly ball in the ninth inning could easily have been a winning hit for Houston, but Nick Castellanos made a long run and a sliding catch, just has he had done against Atlanta.