The Astros head back to Houston, up 3-2 in the Series after a tight game.
The Astros battled behind Justin Verlander to win Game 5 of the World Series over the Phillies 3-2. The hotly fought contest saw Verlander get the first World Series win of his career and the Astros defense turn some sparkling plays to seal the win.
The Astros are now one win away from their second title with Game 6 in Houston on Saturday night and Game 7, if necessary, at Minute Maid on Sunday.After Thursday night's win, the Astros are 4-0 in their last four World Series Game 5 appearances. They beat the Dodgers in an epic matchup in 2017, bested the Nationals in 2019, and took Game 5 from the Braves last season. They only won one of those series, however.Before Thursday, the Astros ace was 0-6 in the World Series.
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