Homers, Handshakes and Hoskins: The Long Road to the World Series The Phillies went from horrifyingly bad to scary-good, and he’s the only hitter who’s been here through it all. Sports Illustrated · Oct 31, 2022
Phillies will have to ride big bats if they are to win the World Series All along, the Phillies liked their chances in any postseason series, against any team, provided they were able to start Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola in the first two games. It’s what makes them dangerous. It’s probably the biggest reason they won the pennant. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 31, 2022
The Astros tie the World Series against the Phillies, taking a 5-2 win in Game 2 Just like in Game 1, the Astros rushed to a 5-0 lead. Unlike ace Justin Verlander in the opener, Framber Valdez and Houston held on to beat the Philadelphia Phillies. WEKU · Oct 30, 2022
Philadelphia: Welcome Home, Chas McCormick. We Hope You Lose. He is playing in the World Series against his hometown team, with his loved ones rooting against him. Sports Illustrated · Oct 30, 2022
Topper down, Wheels flat: Rob Thomson, Zack Wheeler, Phillies fade in Game 2 of the World Series HOUSTON — If you’re going to lose, do it right. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 30, 2022
J.T. Realmuto, Phillies rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series J.T. Realmuto homered in the 10th inning and the Phillies, saved by right fielder Nick Castellanos’ sliding catch in the ninth, rallied from five runs down to beat the Astros 6-5. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 29, 2022
Bill Shaikin: Phillies’ comeback in World Series Game 1 shows Astros are far from invincible HOUSTON — This was the year baseball finally told the pitchers to throw away their bats for good. The designated hitter, beloved by some and reviled by others, would be the law of the land in all the major league lands. Los Angeles Times · Oct 29, 2022
Why Bryce Harper does the ‘I love you’ hand sign after a home run A beautiful gesture. Here's the story behind it. USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 29, 2022
Paul Sullivan: Everything you need to know about the 118th World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros A year that began with a protracted labor dispute ends with an intriguing World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros. Chicago Tribune · Oct 28, 2022
The Phillies Are the Anti-Astros This World Series matchup is full of contrasts. The Astros have Dusty Baker, in his 25th season as a big-league manager, while the Phillies have Rob Thomson, in his first. One of them will win their first title as a skipper by the time this thing is over. Houston has… Sports Illustrated · Oct 28, 2022
SI:AM | Five Keys to the World Series Do the Phillies have what it takes to knock off the Astros? Sports Illustrated · Oct 28, 2022
World Series 2022: Winner, series length and MVP picks from Astros-Phillies Our picks for a World Series winner, MVP and more. USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 28, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About the Astros-Phillies World Series Houston is the much deeper team. Philadelphia is the Team of Destiny. Here’s your guide to the Fall Classic. Sports Illustrated · Oct 28, 2022
Spend big (Phillies) or replenish the system (Astros)? The Cubs can find a roster-building balance in the World Series teams. Financially investing in a roster can serve as a postseason separator for major-league teams. Chicago Tribune · Oct 28, 2022
WEKU · Oct 28, 2022 The World Series begins with upstart Philly taking on Houston, the tainted juggernaut It's the fourth World Series for the Houston Astros since 2017. They're tangling with the Philadelphia Phillies who made an unlikely playoff run to reach their first Series since 2009.
The Guardian - US · Oct 28, 2022 World Series 2022 predictions: Can the Phillies spoil the Astros’ perfect run? It’s Philadelphia v Houston in the 118th Fall Classic. Our writers forecast the MVP, trends to watch and the eventual champion
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 27, 2022 David Murphy: The Phillies can win the World Series if they win these three matchups You are going to spend a lot of the next 24 hours reading all kinds of reasons why the Phillies will enter Friday’s World Series opener as a heavy underdog against the Astros. Those reasons are more than valid. But this year’s postseason is a perfect example of how little…
WEKU · Oct 27, 2022 Ahead of the World Series, Phillies radio announcer shares the art of play-by-play Scott Franzke has been calling MLB games in Philadelphia since 2006. He sizes up the teams headed into the World Series and reflects on upcoming changes designed to put more action in the game.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 27, 2022 What the Eagles are saying ahead of Week 8 matchup vs. the Steelers Pre-game reactions: Here's what the Philadelphia Eagles are saying about acquiring a veteran pass rusher and their Week 8 matchup against the Steelers
Sports Illustrated · Oct 27, 2022 World Series Predictions: Expert Picks for Astros vs. Phillies Houston is undefeated in the playoffs thus far, but Philadelphia’s team of destiny looks to change that in the World Series.
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 27, 2022 Marcus Hayes: Ryan Howard says Bryce Harper’s ‘growth’ helped the Phillies reach the World Series In the moments after Bryce Harper hit the biggest home run in the history of Citizens Bank Park, the man who hit the most home runs in Citizens Bank Park marveled at how much Harper has changed.
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 26, 2022 ‘The best dudes I’ve ever been around’: How the Phillies created a winning chemistry This was early July, less than two weeks after Bryce Harper had three pins placed in his broken left thumb. The Phillies, minus their best player, arrived in St. Louis for a series that opened on a Friday, ran through the weekend, and wrapped up on Monday. Two day games…
USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 26, 2022 Top 6 best bets to win 2022 World Series MVP Top 6 players to bet for World Series MVP.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 26, 2022 How the Phillies Can Upset the Astros and Win the World Series Bryce Harper and Philadelphia will need more than team-of-destiny vibes to beat Houston.
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 26, 2022 Going all-in for 2022 was an easy decision for John Middleton, and the Phillies proved him right To hear John Middleton tell it, the entire conversation lasted three minutes, maybe four.