The New York Times – Sports:
In his comeback after two lost seasons, Houston’s Verlander emphasized quality over quantity. Miami’s Alcantara, meanwhile, looked like the Verlander of yesteryear.
Category: Houston Astros
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Dusty Baker Finally Gets a World Series Title as Manager
The New York Times – Sports:
Dusty Baker first World Series title as a manager is a crowning achievement for a beloved player, manager and person.
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Jeremy Pena of Houston Astros Wins World Series MVP
The New York Times – Sports:
Jeremy Peña had big shoes to fill when Carlos Correa left the Houston Astros. Peña responded by being the first rookie position player to be named World Series M.V.P.
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Phillies Focus On Future After Losing World Series
The New York Times – Sports:
A team that came out of nowhere to reach the World Series is doing its best to focus on a promising future rather than a disappointing present. “We should definitely be proud.”
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Houston Astros Win World Series
The New York Times – Sports:
Dogged by criticism that they could not win without sign-stealing, Houston beat the Philadelphia Phillies in six games to complete a nearly perfect postseason.
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World Series: These Are Still Jeff Luhnow’s Astros
The New York Times – Sports:
Jeff Luhnow was fired over Houston’s elaborate sign-stealing scheme. He takes responsibility but not blame and has moved on to building soccer teams.
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Here’s a Curveball: What About Pressly for Series M.V.P.?
The New York Times – Sports:
No player has enhanced his team’s chances of winning the World Series more than Ryan Presley, whose hellacious breaking pitches have Houston on the cusp of a title.
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World Series: Struggling Phillies Bring Back Memories of 1983
The New York Times – Sports:
Wearing throwback uniforms meant to evoke the glory of 1980, Philadelphia found itself lost at the plate, just as the team had been in 1983.
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World Series: Catches by Chas McCormick and Trey Mancini Saved Game 5 for Astros
The New York Times – Sports:
Chas McCormick grew up near Philadelphia in a family of Phillies fans, but his catch at the wall in Game 5 has Houston one win away from a World Series title.