The Astros find themselves trailing 3-2 in the best-of-seven ALCS presented by Camping World after Wednesday's 5-0 loss to the Yankees in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium, turning Game 6 into a must-win.
Fortunately, there's no one they'd rather have on the mound than Verlander, who pitched a complete-game gem on Saturday to help the Astros secure a two-game lead. After three losses in New York, it's back to Verlander for a rematch with right-hander Luis Severino and the Yankees at Minute Maid Park.
"He's been there," Astros outfielder Josh Reddick said.