Five days ago, the Astros departed for Philadelphia after being stripped of home-field advantage. They’ve now regained it and then some.
The back-to-back American League champions will have two chances to win the World Series at home as they depart Philly one win away from a title. It’s vital that they do it on their first try, otherwise they risk letting one game decide the final outcome of the series.
The Astros have been here before. The 2019 Fall Classic looms in the background as they return home to Houston following triumph on the road.