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The Philadelphia Phillies took the driver’s seat again in the 2022 World Series with a 7-0 victory at home over the Houston Astros in Game 3 Tuesday night. Bryce Harper set the tone early with a two-run homer in the first inning off Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr., which was just the beginning of the […]

Lance McCullers Jr. is not having a good day at all. The Houston Astros right-hander was clobbered on the mound by the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 3 of the 2022 World Series. Before he got pulled from the hill, McCullers had already allowed five home runs. If that sounds extremely shocking, it is because it’s […]

Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies got off to a hot start in Game 3 of the World Series against the Houston Astros, and they made history in the process. Philadelphia hit three home runs in the first two innings of the game alone, marking the first time in World Series history that a team […]

The Houston Astros only wanted some pizza ahead of Game 3 of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Unfortunately for them, they didn’t get much love in the City of Brotherly Love. During FOX Sports’ pre-game show on Tuesday, Kevin Burkhardt shared a story that they have heard heading to the game. Apparently a […]

Philadelphia Phillies superfan and famed actor Miles Teller recently hinted at his next career move, per Jim Bowden. “Miles Teller (Rooster) who’s a huge #Phillies fans tells us he’d love to make a baseball movie…his version of Bull Durham and paid great respect to Kevin Costner for all the great baseball movies he’s made,” Bowden […]

Zack Wheeler struggled mightily in World Series Game 2 against the Houston Astros. The Philadelphia Phillies’ star right-hander clearly did not have his best stuff. And despite Game 3 getting rained out, Wheeler’s next start will not come until a potential Game 6 in Houston. Phillies manager Rob Thomson recently revealed the harsh Zack Wheeler […]

The Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies are tied at one game apiece in the 2022 World Series, turning it into a best of five series as the action shifts back to Philadelphia. That makes Game 3, which will be taking place on Tuesday night after it was postponed on Monday night due to inclement weather, […]

Game 3 of the World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros has officially been canceled and rescheduled to Tuesday night. At face value, it seems like a standard MLB game cancellation. Under the surface, the decision could be one that favors the Phillies. Here’s why. 2 Reasons Why World Series Game 3 Cancellation […]

What a time to be alive and be a Philadelphia sports fan. On Thursday, fans of the city’s pro sports teams will savor an absolute treat as they will be able to watch both a World Series game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Houston Astros and an NFL showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and […]

Game 3 of the 2022 World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies will have to wait longer, as the contest has already been called off Monday night and pushed back to Tuesday. Via Jeff Passan of ESPN: “Game 3 of the World Series has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will […]

Game 3 of the World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies has been officially postponed. Rain has put the Fall Classic, tied at a game apiece, on hold, but that’s not the only thing the weather has done. It has also prompted Phillies manager Rob Thomson to shuffle his pitching rotation, as some expected. Here are […]

The Philadelphia Phillies were set to host the Houston Astros for Game 3 of the World Series on Monday, but unfortunately, weather got in the way. Game 3 of the World Series has officially been postponed due to the rain in Philadelphia, according to Bob Nightengale. With rain on the forecast for Monday evening many […]

Philadelphia Phillies’ fans are expected to give the Houston Astros all they can handle in Game 3 of the World Series. But Justin Verlander isn’t afraid to give it right back. The right-hander hilariously flipped the bird at taunting Phillies fans ahead of Game 3, per Starting 9 on Twitter. Justin Verlander giving Phillies fans […]

Houston Astros star pitcher Framber Valdez recently made good on a 9-year promise. MLB insider Hector Gomez shared a quote from Valdez, where the Astros starting pitcher explained what led to him building a church. https://twitter.com/hgomez27/status/1587148016850436098 “In 2013 I promised the pastor that when I got to MLB I would build a church,” Framber Valdez […]

The Philadelphia Phillies announced a star-studded lineup for their World Series Game 3 ceremonial first pitch, per Mark Feinsand. Phillies’ legend Mike Schmidt and 76ers’ Hall of Famer Julius “Dr. J” Erving will lead the first pitch crew. Hockey legend Bernie Parent and Eagles’ star Brandon Graham will also throw out first pitches. Mike Schmidt […]

Framber Valdez and the Houston Astros are not cheating at the 2022 World Series. At least that’s what they’re saying and what they want us to think. After their huge Game 2 win, Valdez had this to say: “Nobody should think it the wrong way,” he said. “Those are just tendencies I do throughout the […]

The Houston Astros did not waste much time in Game 2 of the 2022 World Series to get into their rhythm. The Astros grabbed an early 3-0 lead in the contest on the strength of their hot bats which generated three consecutive extra-base hits, becoming just the first team in World Series history to pull […]

Houston Astros star pitcher Framber Valdez has not surrendered a home run at Minute Maid Park since early July, per MLB Network. It has been over 60 innings pitched for Valdez since he last gave up a long ball in front of the Astros’ home fans. This statistic bodes well for Houston against a Philadelphia […]

Justin Verlander is one of the greatest pitchers of this generation and will likely win the AL Cy Young in 2022. But, his struggles on the big stage continued Friday, getting shelled for five runs by the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the World Series, ultimately taking the loss. He’s now winless in the […]

JT Realmuto played hero for the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the 2022 World Series against the Houston Astros, as his solo home run in the tenth inning ended up being the game-winning score for the Phillies. Philadelphia is clearly happy they signed Realmuto in free agency back in 2020, but it almost didn’t […]

Well, that’s one way to start the World Series. The Philadelphia Phillies pulled off an epic comeback against the Houston Astros to steal Game 1 of the series. After going down by as much as five runs, the team went on a hitting spree to tie the game, and eventually, win it all. So, how […]

The Philadelphia Phillies pulled off a wild comeback in Game 1 of the World Series, rallying from a 5-0 deficit to end up winning 6-5 in the 10th inning. JT Realmuto ended up playing hero in this one, as he hit a two-run double in the fifth inning to tie the game, before hitting what […]

The Houston Astros were riding high for half of Game 1 of the 2022 World Series. That is until the Philadelphia Phillies found life against Astros ace Justin Verlander. The Astros led 5-0 at one point during the game. The Phillies then cut the lead to 5-1 and then to 5-3 before they eventually tied […]

The Philadelphia Phillies made tons of history with their comeback win in Game 1 of the 2022 World Series, and it’s something Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker won’t be too happy about. Bryce Harper and co. were trailing the Astros 5-0 after three innings, but a couple of huge runs in the fourth and fifth […]

The whole baseball world is in shock after the Philadelphia Phillies came back from a five-run deficit to take Game 1 of the World Series against the Houston Astros. Justin Verlander and the Astros got off to a hot start, and it looked like it was going to be another classic Houston win when they […]

The Houston Astros are taking on the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the 2022 World Series. And Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker has taken the opportunity to announce his presence. Tucker has swatted two home runs as the Astros hold a 5-3 lead at the time of this writing. According to ESPN Stats & Info, […]

Dusty Baker was recently asked who he’s heard from ahead of the World Series. Baker casually revealed that Snoop Dogg contacted him ahead of the 2022 Fall Classic, per Brian McTaggart. “Some homeboys, homegirls, Snoop Dogg, couple rappers, local dudes…” Baker said. The Astros’ manager is looking to lead Houston to a World Series win […]

Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper arrived at Minute Maid Park rocking a Mike Schmidt jersey ahead of Game 1 of the World Series, per Patt Gallen. And as Gallen wrote in his Twitter caption, Harper appears to be locked in for Game 1. Bryce Harper just showed up to Minute Maid Park in a Mike […]

Will the Los Angeles Dodgers sign Carlos Correa? According to the New York Post, LA could have interest in the shortstop. The Dodgers would reportedly love to re-sign free agent Trea Turner. But should Turner choose to leave, LA will need to consider all of their options. Dodgers fans may be surprised to hear that […]

Trey Mancini was recently asked which Astros pitcher he would least like to face if he had to play against Houston. Mancini responded with a 1-word truth bomb that most MLB hitters would agree with, per Mark Berman. “Everybody,” Mancini said. The Astros’ elite pitching staff led the American League in a number of categories […]

The Houston Astros are once again on the doorstep of greatness. One year after falling to the Atlanta Braves in the World Series, the team is back again in the final series of the postseason. This time, Houston is facing another NL East team in the Philadelphia Phillies. They are massive favorites to finally take […]

Bryce Harper received a challenge from Mr. October himself, Reggie Jackson. Harper, who’s been the catalyst behind the Philadelphia Phillies’ 2022 playoff success, is preparing to lead the Phillies in the World Series. But Jackson said this is only the beginning for him, per The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I know Bryce Harper is a good player. […]

With the 2022 World Series set to get going Friday night, now is the best time to get familiar with what FanDuel has to offer. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a 2022 World Series cheat sheet. The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the San Diego Padres in the NLCS. The Phillies’ offense is […]

The Houston Astros are looking to reestablish themselves as the champions of baseball in their upcoming World Series matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. Their decision regarding Justin Verlander for Game 1 of the series could end up determining whether or not they get their quest to win a title off on the right foot. Verlander […]

The World Series begins on Friday and there is no better time than to discuss World Series MVP predictions! It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a 2022 World Series MVP prediction and pick. When the Atlanta Braves took home the title in 2021, it was because of a group effort that resulted […]

The Fall Classic is upon us as the Philadelphia Phillies take on the Houston Astros for a best-of-seven-game series! It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Phillies-Astros series prediction and pick. The Phillies are coming off of a huge performance against the San Diego Padres in the NLCS. In what was the […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are back in the World Series for the first time since 2009. They face the Houston Astros in the midst of a spectacular postseason run. Phillies fans are super excited to see their squad back in the World Series, but it’ll cost them a lot to see them in person. The average […]

The Philadelphia Phillies entered the 2022 MLB Playoffs as the number six seed in the National League. And somehow, they have managed to emerge as the final team standing among the National League field. The Phillies overcame the St. Louis Cardinals, Atlanta Braves, and San Diego Padres to advance to the World Series, which is […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing for their first World Series since 2009, with Game 1 scheduled for Friday. Ahead of the much-anticipated matchup, manager Rob Thomson has announced that Aaron Nola will start the series opener, with Zack Wheeler going in Game 2 against the Houston Astros. Via Todd Zolecki: “Aaron Nola will start Game […]