The Astros certainly had their ace on the mound in Justin Verlander, and he was searching for his first career World Series win and a game six finale to the season.
Both offenses got out to a hot start. Trea Turner started the night with a grounder where he was called out, but after being reviewed, the call was overturned. He eventually found his way to second and was then driven home by Anthony Rendon. It was 1-0 Nationals after a half-inning.
In the bottom half of the inning, George Springer wanted to make sure they retaliated immediately.