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☆ Astros beat Phillies 4-1 to clinch World Series
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

[1/5] Nov 5, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) is congratulated by first baseman Trey Mancini (26) after scoring against the Philadelphia Phillies during the sixth inning in game six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY SportsNov 5 (Reuters) - The Houston Astros beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 on Saturday to claim their second World Series title in six years, taking the best-of-seven series 4-2. Yordan Alvarez powered the Astros to the win with a sixth inning three-run homer. Reporting by Steve Keating in Toronto. Editing by William MallardOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ Astros Pena voted World Series MVP
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

☆ Astros Pena voted World Series most valuable player
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

[1/2] Nov 3, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) reacts after hitting a solo home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the fourth inning in game five of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY SportsNov 6 (Reuters) - Houston Astros rookie shortstop Jeremy Pena was named the World Series most valuable player on Saturday after his team beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 to clinch the Fall Classic. Pena becomes the third rookie to be named World Series MVP joining Florida Marlins Livan Hernandez in 1997 and Larry Sherry with the 1959 Los Angeles Dodgers. It was a spectacular postseason performance from the 25-year-old Dominican, who delivered defensively and at the plate, registering at least one hit in each of the six World Series games. Pena, who was also named the American League championship series most valuable player, added another line in the record books in Game Five when he became the first rookie shortstop to hit a home run in the World Series.

CNN —“Mattress Mack” had reason to celebrate the Houston Astros’ World Series win on Saturday – and not just because he’s an Astros superfan. Houston furniture store owner Jim McIngvale, known as “Mattress Mack,” made a series of bets amounting to $10 million on the Astros to win the World Series. The Houston Astros celebrate their World Series win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, November 5. Peña was awarded the World Series MVP for his stellar play during the series. He is just the second rookie to be named LCS and World Series MVP in the same postseason.

☆ Houston Astros beat Phillies 4-1 to clinch World Series
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-06 | by ( Steve Keating | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY SportsNov 5 (Reuters) - Yordan Alvarez crushed a three-run homer to power the Houston Astros past the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 on Saturday, claiming their second World Series title in six years and first since a sign-stealing scandal in 2017 tarnished their crown. After falling behind 2-1 in the best-of-seven series the Astros roared back with three straight wins, including just the second no-hitter in World Series history in Game Four. In 2019 the Astros had also returned home with a 3-2 series lead but dropped both games to the Washington Nationals. Baker, who earlier this year became the 12th manager to register 2,000 wins, filled the one hole on his resume winning his first World Series as a manager. "I tried not to dwell on it, but tried to have faith and perseverance and knowing that with the right team and the right personnel and right everything that this is going to happen.

CNN —The Houston Astros won the franchise’s second World Series title on Saturday after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in Game 6 at Minute Maid Park. After falling behind 2-1 through the first three games of the World Series, Houston evened up the series after throwing a combined no-hitter in Game 4. Party!”The Houston Astros celebrate their World Series win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, November 5. Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos/Getty Images The Houston Astros celebrate their win in Game 5 of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday, November 4. The Phillies hit five home runs in the game, tying a World Series record, and they won 7-0 to take a 2-1 series lead over the Houston Astros.

CNN —It was an anxious, exciting night to be a Philadelphia or Houston sports fan Thursday, with a two-sport high-stakes showdown played at the same time that gave Houston an edge in the World Series and kept Philadelphia perfect on the gridiron. In Pennsylvania, there was Game 5 of the World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros, each looking to take the advantage in a 2-2 series. The Houston Astros celebrate their win in Game 5 of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday, November 4. Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images Philadelphia right fielder Nick Castellanos makes a diving catch on the first play of Game 3 on Tuesday night. Houston vs. Philly, againAs the World Series was underway Thursday night, the Eagles held off the Texans in Houston 29-17 to start 8-0 for the first time in franchise history.

☆ Astros edge Phillies for 3-2 World Series lead
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-04 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/5] Nov 3, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Jean Segura (2) hits a single against the Houston Astros during the eighth inning in game five of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY SportsNov 3 (Reuters) - Houston rookie shortstop Jeremy Pena delivered two key early RBIs and the Astros emerged with a gritty 3-2 road victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday to move one win away from a World Series championship. The Phillies, who were no-hit for just the second time in World Series history the day before, immediately responded with a solo shot from Kyle Schwarber to tie the game. Astros veteran starter Justin Verlander pitched his way out of a bases-loaded jam in the second inning by striking out Rhys Hoskins and would go on to tally his first World Series victory. The Astros now lead the best-of-seven series 3-2 as it shifts back to Houston for Game Six on Saturday and, if necessary, a Game Seven on Sunday.

☆ Four Astros Pitchers Combine for First World Series No-Hitter Since 1956
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( Tim Brown | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

PHILADELPHIA—Right-hander Cristian Javier and three Houston Astros relievers on Wednesday night combined to throw the second no-hitter in World Series history, 66 years after Don Larsen’s perfect game for the New York Yankees. In Game 4 against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, Javier, a 25-year-old native of the Dominican Republic making his first World Series start, allowed two baserunners across six innings, both on walks. At 97 pitches and with still three innings to navigate, Javier gave way to the Astros’ bullpen, a decision made by Astros manager Dusty Baker.

☆ Astros pitch second no-hitter in World Series history
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( The Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +7 min

Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on just the second no-hitter in World Series history, silencing a booming lineup and boisterous fans as the Astros blanked the Phillies 5-0 Wednesday night to even the matchup at two games each. The only previous no-hitter in the World Series was a perfect game by Don Larsen of the New York Yankees against the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956. Astros ace Justin Verlander will again chase that elusive first World Series win when he faces Noah Syndergaard. Up NextAstros: Verlander is 0-6 with a 6.07 ERA in eight World Series starts after failing to hold a five-run lead in the opener. Phillies: RHP Noah Syndergaard had been set to start Game 3 before it was washed out Monday night.

[1/5] Nov 2, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Bryan Abreu (52) strikes out Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos (8) during the seventh inning in game four of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY SportsNov 2 (Reuters) - Astros starting pitcher Cristian Javier and three relievers combined to throw just the second no-hitter in World Series history on Wednesday as Houston beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-0 in Game Four to even up the 'Fall Classic'. Don Larsen threw a perfect game in the 1956 World Series and the Phillies' Roy Halladay tossed a no-hitter in the 2010 Division Series in a game that was also played at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Astros catcher Christian Vazquez said Wednesday's win was all the more special because it guarantees the series will return to Houston for a Game Six on Saturday and, if necessary, Game Seven on Sunday. Javier told reporters that he could return to the mound in Game Seven on three day's rest if needed.

☆ Philadelphia Phillies demolish Houston Astros in history-making victory and take a 2-1 series lead
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-02 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Philadelphia had waited 4,746 days to host a World Series game and it was forced to wait another day when Monday night’s game was postponed due to rain. But its patience was rewarded on Tuesday as the Philadelphia Phillies took a 2-1 lead in the World Series, using the long ball to power their way to a 7-0 win against the Houston Astros in Game 3. “It was kind of mind-boggling because he doesn’t give up homers,” Astros coach Dusty Baker said afterwards. Elsa/Getty ImagesThen, Alec Bohm, who hit the 1,000th home run in World Series history, and Brandon Marsh added their own homers in the second to give the Phillies a 4-0 lead. Game 4 of the best-of-seven series is Wednesday night in Philadelphia.

☆ Phillies pound Astros to grab 2-1 World Series lead
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-02 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/5] Nov 1, 2022; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Houston Astros designated hitter David Hensley (17) strikes out against Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Kyle Gibson (44) during the seventh inning in game three of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY SportsNov 1 (Reuters) - Philadelphia hit five home runs and Ranger Suarez pitched five scoreless innings as the Phillies crushed the Houston Astros 7-0 to take a 2-1 World Series lead on Tuesday. McCullers became the first pitcher in World Series history to give up five home runs in a game but Astros manager Dusty Baker said he did not believe the righty was inadvertently tipping his pitches. The Astros will look to avoid falling behind 3-1 in the best-of-seven series when they send Cristian Javier to the mound for Game Four on Wednesday in Philadelphia. The Phillies will counter with Game One starter Aaron Nola, who will be working on normal rest due to the postponement of Monday's game.

CNN —For just the second time in World Series history, a no-hitter has been thrown as four Houston Astros pitchers completed the feat against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday night to win 5-0 and secure their place in baseball lore. Cristian Javier started Game 4 in the series for the Astros, tossing six innings of no-hit ball, striking out nine and walking two. The only previous no-hitter in 118 years of World Series history is Don Larsen’s perfect game in the 1956 World Series. The Astros now hold the distinction of throwing the first combined no-hitter in postseason history, according to Major League Baseball. The only other no-hitter in postseason history was tossed by Roy Halladay for the Phillies in the 2010 National League Divisional Series.

☆ Game Three of World Series postponed due to inclement weather
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-01 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/3] Oct 31, 2022; Philadelphia, PA, USA; The rain tarp on the field before game three of the 2022 World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Houston Astros at Citizens Bank Park. John Geliebter-USA TODAY SportsOct 31 (Reuters) - Game Three of the World Series between the host Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros originally scheduled for Monday was postponed due to inclement weather and a forecast for sustained rainfall throughout the evening. The Astros were set to send right-handed pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. to the mound for Monday's game while the Phillies were going to counter with right-hander Noah Syndergaard. Phillies left-hander Ranger Suarez will now start Tuesday's contest while the Astros will stick with McCullers as their Game Three starter. A potential Game Six would be played on Saturday -- which would make it the latest World Series game in terms of date -- with a decisive Game Seven, if necessary, set for Sunday.

The Philadelphia Phillies are facing the Houston Astros in the 2022 World Series. 2022 World Series scheduleEvery game of the 2022 World Series will air on Fox, and the series will continue until one team wins four games and clinches the championship. Game Date & Time Channel Score Philadelphia Phillies at Houston Astros, Game 1 October 28, 8:03 p.m. ET Fox Philadelphia Phillies 6, Houston Astros 5 Philadelphia Phillies at Houston Astros, Game 2 October 29, 8:03 p.m. ET Fox Houston Astros 5, Philadelphia Phillies 2 Houston Astros at Philadelphia Phillies, Game 3 November 1, 8:03 p.m.

☆ World Series Game 3 postponed because of rain in Philadelphia
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-31 | by ( Sports Staff | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Game 3 of the World Series between the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies, which had been scheduled for Monday night, has been postponed because of rain in Philadelphia. Because of Monday’s postponement, the rest of the World Series has been pushed back by a day. The best-of-seven series is level at a game apiece after the Astros bounced back to win 5-2 to even up the series in Game 2 on Saturday. The Astros, in their fourth World Series in six years, won 106 games in the regular season. The Phillies are vying for their third World Series title, with the franchise’s last coming back in 2008.

☆ Houston Astros bounce back against Philadelphia Phillies to even World Series
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( Jacob Lev | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Following an agonizing loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the World Series Friday, the Houston Astros bounced back nicely to win 5-2 to even up the series in Game 2 on Saturday. The Astros offense proved yet again to be one of the best in the league, scoring five runs to send the series back to Philadelphia all knotted up at one game apiece. Edmundo Sosa of the Philadelphia Phillies is unable to make a catch in the fourth inning. Astros closer Ryan Pressly came in to close out the game but the Phillies would get another run on an error by Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel. The Astros, in their fourth World Series in six years, won 106 games in the regular season.

☆ Astros beat Phillies to tie World Series at 1-1
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/5] Oct 29, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (28) hits a double against the Houston Astros during the ninth inning during game two of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY SportsOct 29 (Reuters) - The Houston Astros made another fast start against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies but this time around managed to close the deal for a 5-2 victory on Saturday that squared the World Series at one game apiece. It marked the first time in history a team started a World Series game with three consecutive extra-base hits. Houston then opened up a 5-0 lead when third baseman Alex Bregman blasted a two-run homer to left center field in the bottom of the fifth inning. Reporting by Frank Pingue in Toronto; Editing by Edmund KlamannOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ No nerves for Astros' McCullers ahead of World Series return
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

Oct 30 (Reuters) - Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. will make his long-awaited return to the World Series stage after missing last year's Fall Classic with a forearm injury that left him in an even more stressful role as a spectator. "There's always more nerves when you're watching, especially from the dugout," McCullers told reporters on Saturday after the Astros beat the Phillies 5-2. "I think about some of the big games we've played in this park and the World Series, things like that. It's always way more, I'm always way more nervous in the dugout than when I'm outside of it." I think it's when you get to experience the most raw and real atmospheres in all the game," said McCullers.

CNN —The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Houston Astros in dramatic fashion Friday night to take Game 1 of the World Series 6-5 in extras. “The way we fought back in that game after being down 5-0, that is a Phillies win right there,” Realmuto said. Verlander, a likely future hall of famer, remains winless as a starter in the World Series in his stellar career. The Astros’ only previous World Series win came when they defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2017. A Phillies series win would give the franchise its third World Series title, with its last coming back in 2008.

☆ Phillies stun Astros 6-5 in Game 1 of World Series
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-29 | by ( Amy Tennery | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/4] Oct 28, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (10) hits a home run during the tenth inning against the Houston Astros in game one of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY SportsOct 29 (Reuters) - The relentless Philadelphia Phillies came back from a five-run deficit to overcome favorites Houston Astros 6-5 on Friday, handing the home team their first loss of the postseason in Game 1 of the World Series. "I can't say enough about my team mates... That's a Phillies win right there." Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is set for Saturday in Houston.

☆ The Pitching Secret That Helped the Astros Become World Series Regulars
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-28 | by ( Tim Brown | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

HOUSTON—On a quiet recent afternoon in the Bronx, an important baseball game just hours away, Houston Astros right-hander Jose Urquidy was in the bullpen, taming a curveball that has a tendency to go its own way. One after another, the pitch wasn’t quite right, this time too short, this time too loopy, this time unfamiliar off his fingers. The perfect one was in there somewhere, he knew, because he had thrown enough of those, too. Framber Valdez, a left-hander for the Astros, watched from nearby. Finally he said, “Jose.”

☆ Derek and Hannah Jeter sign multiyear deal with Jeep to promote Grand Wagoneer SUV
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-28 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Derek Jeter will star with his wife, fashion model and television host Hannah Jeter, in the Grand Wagoneer's new "Eyes Wide Open" campaign as part of a long-term partnership. DETROIT — New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter and his wife, Hannah Jeter, have agreed to a multiyear deal with Jeep to promote the company's Grand Wagoneer SUV. The Hall of Fame shortstop and Hannah Jeter, a model and television host, will star in a new ad campaign for the full-size luxury SUV. Derek Jeter grew up in the state and it's where the large SUV is being produced. It is an important product as the quintessential American SUV brand attempts to move upmarket.

☆ Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker says it ‘looks bad’ that the 2022 World Series will have zero African American players
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-28 | by ( Homero De La Fuente | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker said it “looks bad” that there will be no US-born Black players in the 2022 World Series. Meanwhile, the Phillies had no Black players on their Opening Day roster this year for the first time since 1959. In the 2022 MLB Draft, for the first time in draft history, four of the top five selections were Black players, according to the MLB. While no players will be US born African Americans, there will be Black players in the Fall Classic, including Afro-Cuban slugger Yordan Alvarez of the Astros. Players from eight different countries will be represented in the World Series this year.

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