Phillies not worried about Astros pitcher Valdez odd hand rubbing

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson says he isn’t concerned about Houston starter Framber Valdez’s unusual hand rubbing during Game 2 of the World Series, downplaying speculation on social media that the left-hander was up to something fishy during a dominant victory.

Houston Astros take Game 2; World Series comes to Philadelphia
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With the series tied, the World Series is now headed to Philadelphia as Houston will face Phillies at home with the fan base.

Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1

With the Phillies trailing by four runs, Kyle Schwarber hit a drive deep down the right-field line with a man on in the eighth against Rafael Montero that was originally ruled a two-run homer by right field line umpire James Hoye.

Astros' Maldonado forced to change bats from outdated model

Astros catcher Martín Maldonado was forced to switch bats for Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday night after it was determined the model he swung in the opener was no longer allowed in the majors.

National anthem singer flubs lyrics at World Series opener

Grammy-nominated singer Eric Burton lost track of the lyrics during "The Star-Spangled Banner” before the World Series opener.

Phillies' Wheeler to take the mound vs. Astros' Valdez in World Series Game 2

Framber Valdez will start Game 2 of the World Series for the Houston Astros on Saturday night against Zack Wheeler of the Philadelphia Phillies.

2022 MLB World Series: Free chance to win $25K with FOX Bet Super 6

The Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies square off in the World Series and you'll have a chance to win a whopping $25,000 playing FOX Bet Super 6.

Lifelong fan: 103-year-old Phillies fan plans to attend World Series game in Philadelphia

June Ross, known to her family as Grandma June, is a 103-year-old Phillies fan who will be in the stands on Monday as the Phillies take on the Astros at Citizens Bank Park.

World Series: Phillies finalize roster, Nola to start Game 1

The Philadelphia Phillies will start right-hander Aaron Nola in Game 1 of the World Series against the Houston Astros and last season’s NL Cy Young Award runner-up Zack Wheeler in Game 2.

Sweet Victory: Local bake shops ready for Phillies World Series run

Local bakeries around Philadelphia are getting into the World Series spirit by crafting some special sweet treats to honor the Fightin' Phils. 

Minute Maid Park roof to be closed for World Series opener

The roof at Minute Maid Park will be closed for Game 1 of the World Series and likely will be shut for Game 2.

World Series ump crew youngest in years, nod to K-zone tech

The seven-man umpire crew working this World Series is easily the youngest in recent memory. It reflects the impact of computerized strike zones, plus other factors including injuries, retirements and postseason rotations.