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Phillies will have to ride big bats if they are to win the World Series

All along, the Phillies liked their chances in any postseason series, against any team, provided they were able to start Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola in the first two games. It’s what makes them dangerous. It’s probably the biggest reason they won the pennant.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Kyle Schwarber Missed It by That Much… Twice!

Although last night’s game, which the Astros won 5–2 to even the World Series, 1–1, failed to match the thrill of the Phillies’ comeback victory in Game 1, it still delivered plenty of exciting moments. The first inning, for instance, featured three doubles on the first four pitches, ...

Sports Illustrated

Umpire Pat Hoberg made history with a perfect game in the World Series and MLB fans were in awe

A legend at the top of his game.

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The Astros tie the World Series against the Phillies, taking a 5-2 win in Game 2

Just like in Game 1, the Astros rushed to a 5-0 lead. Unlike ace Justin Verlander in the opener, Framber Valdez and Houston held on to beat the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Philadelphia: Welcome Home, Chas McCormick. We Hope You Lose.

He is playing in the World Series against his hometown team, with his loved ones rooting against him.

Sports Illustrated

Allison Schrager: We should just accept we’re going to have a blah economy

This economy can’t go on forever. GDP may still be growing, but it’s at an anemic rate. And other indicators are piling up that suggest a recession is imminent: The yield curve is inverting, hiring and house price growth is slowing and Philadelphia may win the World Series.

Tribune News Service

MLB: Houston Astros ride strong start to even World Series with Philadelphia Phillies

Houston pitcher Framber Valdez finished with nine strikeouts and gave up just one earned run.

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Topper down, Wheels flat: Rob Thomson, Zack Wheeler, Phillies fade in Game 2 of the World Series

HOUSTON — If you’re going to lose, do it right.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Astros even World Series thanks to strong performance from Framber Valdez

Houston is able to hold on to a 5-0 lead in Game 2.

Chicago Sun-Times

Maldonado’s Borrowed Bat From Pujols Deemed Illegal to Use

The Astros catcher recorded an RBI against the Phillies in Game 1 of the World Series.

Sports Illustrated

World Series Game 2: Philadelphia Phillies 2-5 Houston Astros – as it happened

As it happened: The Astros moved level in the World Series with a 5-2 win over the Phillies in Saturday night’s Game 2. Hunter Felt was watching

The Guardian - US

Philadelphia Phillies vs. Houston Astros, live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch the World Series

The Philadelphia Phillies will meet the Houston Astros in Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday night at Minute Maid Park.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Nick Castellanos’s Clutch Plays Set Up Thrilling World Series

Man, oh man, that was fun. At its best, the World Series is the perfect display of what makes our game special, and last night’s Game 1 had everything. The Phillies pulled off the rare World Series comeback of five or more runs to beat the Astros, 6–5, in 10…

Sports Illustrated

Fan’s ’Next 10 World Series Champions’ Tweet Goes Viral

A Mariners fan’s 2019 prediction looks more incredible by the day.

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Verlander Takes Responsibility for Astros’ Stunning Loss

The Houston ace squandered a five-run lead en route to the home team’s extra-inning loss.

Chicago Sun-Times

Polling Place: How closely will you be watching this Astros-Phillies World Series?

The Phillies won Friday’s Game 1 by a 6-5 score in extra innings.

Chicago Tribune

Marquee Sports Network ratings have dropped 56% since its launch. Here’s how the Chicago Cubs’ cable TV home is faring in Year 3

CHICAGO — When the Chicago Cubs launched the Marquee Sports Network in February 2020, it was the culmination of a decade-long quest to create a dedicated 24/7 cable TV platform for the team, which was still soaring in the wake of its first World Series championship in more than a…

Los Angeles Times

Astros still have their haters, but Dusty Baker somehow manages to get love

It's been 41 years since Dusty Baker won a World Series title.

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The J.T. Realmuto Game Has the Phillies Ready to Shock the World

His go-ahead home run in Game 1 stunned the Astros and helped Philadelphia seize the upper hand in the World Series.

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Justin Verlander Crumbles Yet Again in the World Series

The Astros ace couldn’t erase his legacy of Fall Classic failures in Game 1 vs. the Phillies.

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Phillies’ Bold Bullpen Moves Fuel Their World Series Title Push

Philadelphia made a set of aggressive decisions that led to the team’s epic Game 1 win.

Chicago Sun-Times

J.T. Realmuto, Phillies rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series

J.T. Realmuto homered in the 10th inning and the Phillies, saved by right fielder Nick Castellanos’ sliding catch in the ninth, rallied from five runs down to beat the Astros 6-5.

The Independent UK

World Series: Phillies stun Astros in extras, lead 1-0

Los Angeles Times

Bill Shaikin: Phillies’ comeback in World Series Game 1 shows Astros are far from invincible

HOUSTON — This was the year baseball finally told the pitchers to throw away their bats for good. The designated hitter, beloved by some and reviled by others, would be the law of the land in all the major league lands.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Rob Thomson, J.T. Realmuto orchestrate a Phillies comeback in Game 1 of World Series

HOUSTON — The nation rejoices this morning, because, these days, Jason Kelce is dead wrong.

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