The Houston Astros celebrate their World Series win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, November 5.
In pictures: The 2022 World Series
The Houston Astros celebrate their World Series win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, November 5.
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Updated 0432 GMT (1232 HKT) November 06, 2022

The Houston Astros are World Series champions once again after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in six games.

This was the fourth World Series appearance in six years for the Astros, who last won the title in 2017.

Houston came in as the favorite, having finished the regular season with 106 wins — the second-most in baseball. On their road to the World Series, they swept the Seattle Mariners in the Division Series and the New York Yankees in the ALCS to with the American League pennant.

Playing the underdog role was Philadelphia, who were a wild card team in the National League and finished third in their division this year with a record of 87-75. They started the National League playoffs as the sixth seed, but they knocked off the St. Louis Cardinals, the defending champion Braves and then the San Diego Padres.

Houston manager Dusty Baker celebrates on the field after his team's victory on Saturday.
Houston manager Dusty Baker celebrates on the field after his team's victory on Saturday.
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The Astros celebrate with the Commissioner's Trophy.
The Astros celebrate with the Commissioner's Trophy.
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Players and other members of the Astros organization rush onto the field after their victory on Saturday.
Players and other members of the Astros organization rush onto the field after their victory on Saturday.
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Phillies players watch the Astros celebrate.
Phillies players watch the Astros celebrate.
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A view of the Minute Maid Park scoreboard after the completion of Game 6 on Saturday.
A view of the Minute Maid Park scoreboard after the completion of Game 6 on Saturday.
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Houston infielder Alex Bregman is tagged out by Jean Segura while sliding into second base in the eighth inning of Saturday's game. Bregman was initially called safe on the play but the call was overturned after an official review.
Houston infielder Alex Bregman is tagged out by Jean Segura while sliding into second base in the eighth inning of Saturday's game. Bregman was initially called safe on the play but the call was overturned after an official review.
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Houston's Yordan Alvarez celebrates after hitting a three-run home run during Game 6. The home run gave the Astros a 3-1 lead.
Houston's Yordan Alvarez celebrates after hitting a three-run home run during Game 6. The home run gave the Astros a 3-1 lead.
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Alvarez's teammates jump out of the dugout as he rounds the bases after hitting his three-run shot in the sixth inning of Saturday's game.
Alvarez's teammates jump out of the dugout as he rounds the bases after hitting his three-run shot in the sixth inning of Saturday's game.
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Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado reacts to Alvarez's home run on Saturday.
Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado reacts to Alvarez's home run on Saturday.
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Philadelphia outfielder Kyle Schwarber sends a solo home run into the right field seats during Game 6 on Saturday. The home run briefly gave the Phillies a 1-0 lead.
Philadelphia outfielder Kyle Schwarber sends a solo home run into the right field seats during Game 6 on Saturday. The home run briefly gave the Phillies a 1-0 lead.
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Schwarber celebrates his home run with teammate Rhys Hoskins on Saturday.
Schwarber celebrates his home run with teammate Rhys Hoskins on Saturday.
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Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña reacts after hitting a single on Saturday. Peña was awarded the World Series MVP for his stellar play during the series. He is just the second rookie to be named LCS and World Series MVP in the same postseason.
Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña reacts after hitting a single on Saturday. Peña was awarded the World Series MVP for his stellar play during the series. He is just the second rookie to be named LCS and World Series MVP in the same postseason.
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Astros fans cheer their team on during Game 6 on Saturday.
Astros fans cheer their team on during Game 6 on Saturday.
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Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm throws out Houston's Martin Maldonado during the third inning of Saturday's game.
Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm throws out Houston's Martin Maldonado during the third inning of Saturday's game.
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Houston's Chas McCormick breaks his bat during Game 6.
Houston's Chas McCormick breaks his bat during Game 6.
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Astros second baseman Jose Altuve turns a double play in the first inning of Saturday's game.
Astros second baseman Jose Altuve turns a double play in the first inning of Saturday's game.
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Houston's Framber Valdez warms up in the bullpen before Saturday's game.
Houston's Framber Valdez warms up in the bullpen before Saturday's game.
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Country music icon George Strait announces "Play Ball" before the start of Game 6.
Country music icon George Strait announces "Play Ball" before the start of Game 6.
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Bryce Harper and J.T. Realmuto of the Philadelphia Phillies get ready in the dugout prior to Game 6.
Bryce Harper and J.T. Realmuto of the Philadelphia Phillies get ready in the dugout prior to Game 6.
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The Houston Astros celebrate their win in Game 5 of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday, November 4.
The Houston Astros celebrate their win in Game 5 of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday, November 4.
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Houston's Jeremy Pena celebrates his home run on Thursday.
Houston's Jeremy Pena celebrates his home run on Thursday.
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Fans cheer during Game 5 on Thursday.
Fans cheer during Game 5 on Thursday.
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Houston's Jose Altuve celebrates after scoring on a ball hit by Yordan Alvarez.
Houston's Jose Altuve celebrates after scoring on a ball hit by Yordan Alvarez.
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Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh can't get a glove on a double by Houston's Yuli Gurriel.
Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh can't get a glove on a double by Houston's Yuli Gurriel.
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A Phillies fan holds up a sign referencing designated hitter Bryce Harper on Thursday.
A Phillies fan holds up a sign referencing designated hitter Bryce Harper on Thursday.
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Martin Maldonado of the Astros watches a pitch during Game 5.
Martin Maldonado of the Astros watches a pitch during Game 5.
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Philadelphia first baseman Rhys Hoskins tags Houston's Yuli Gurriel.
Philadelphia first baseman Rhys Hoskins tags Houston's Yuli Gurriel.
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Supermodel Kate Upton, who is married to Astros pitcher Justin Verlander, cheers Thursday night.
Supermodel Kate Upton, who is married to Astros pitcher Justin Verlander, cheers Thursday night.
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Rapper Meek Mill, a Philadelphia native, performs alongside the Phillie Phanatic before Game 5.
Rapper Meek Mill, a Philadelphia native, performs alongside the Phillie Phanatic before Game 5.
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Houston relief pitcher Ryan Pressly and catcher Christian Vazquez celebrate their team's win over the Phillies during Game 4 on Wednesday, November 2. Pressly closed out the 9th inning as four Astros pitchers contributed to a no-hitter.
Houston relief pitcher Ryan Pressly and catcher Christian Vazquez celebrate their team's win over the Phillies during Game 4 on Wednesday, November 2. Pressly closed out the 9th inning as four Astros pitchers contributed to a no-hitter.
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Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber grounds out during the sixth inning on Wednesday.
Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber grounds out during the sixth inning on Wednesday.
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<a href="https://www.cnn.com/2022/10/31/politics/jill-biden-world-series-philadelphia" target="_blank">First lady Jill Biden</a>, third from left in front, hold signs for a Stand Up To Cancer campaign after the fifth inning of Game 4. The first lady attended the game in Philadelphia as part of the Biden administration's Cancer Moonshot initiative. She has made her love of the Phillies well known and has longstanding ties to the city.
First lady Jill Biden, third from left in front, hold signs for a Stand Up To Cancer campaign after the fifth inning of Game 4. The first lady attended the game in Philadelphia as part of the Biden administration's Cancer Moonshot initiative. She has made her love of the Phillies well known and has longstanding ties to the city.
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Houston's Cristian Javier pitches during Game 4. He pitched six no-hit innings before being relieved by Bryan Abreu.
Houston's Cristian Javier pitches during Game 4. He pitched six no-hit innings before being relieved by Bryan Abreu.
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Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker hits a double during Game 4.
Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker hits a double during Game 4.
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A young Phillies fan is seen wearing a gold chain Wednesday.
A young Phillies fan is seen wearing a gold chain Wednesday.
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Philadephia's Bryce Harper steals second under Houston second baseman Jose Altuve.
Philadephia's Bryce Harper steals second under Houston second baseman Jose Altuve.
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Fans react as Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies makes a catch for an out on Wednesday.
Fans react as Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies makes a catch for an out on Wednesday.
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Fans wave towels as Philadelphia's Aaron Nola prepares to pitch during Game 4.
Fans wave towels as Philadelphia's Aaron Nola prepares to pitch during Game 4.
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Fans enter the stadium in Philadelphia on Wednesday.
Fans enter the stadium in Philadelphia on Wednesday.
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Philadelphia's Alec Bohm rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in Game 3 of the World Series on Tuesday, November 1. The Phillies hit five home runs in the game, tying a World Series record, and they won 7-0 to take a 2-1 series lead over the Houston Astros.
Philadelphia's Alec Bohm rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in Game 3 of the World Series on Tuesday, November 1. The Phillies hit five home runs in the game, tying a World Series record, and they won 7-0 to take a 2-1 series lead over the Houston Astros.
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Houston right fielder Kyle Tucker leaps at the wall but can't reach a home run hit by Brandon Marsh in the second inning.
Houston right fielder Kyle Tucker leaps at the wall but can't reach a home run hit by Brandon Marsh in the second inning.
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Bryce Harper crushes a breaking ball to give the Phillies a 2-0 lead in the first inning of Game 3. It was the sixth home run of the postseason for Harper, who was named MVP of the National League Championship Series.
Bryce Harper crushes a breaking ball to give the Phillies a 2-0 lead in the first inning of Game 3. It was the sixth home run of the postseason for Harper, who was named MVP of the National League Championship Series.
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Phillies fans hold up a "cheaters" sign with the Astros' logo on Tuesday night. The Astros won the World Series in 2017, but many baseball fans consider that title tainted because of a cheating scandal. Major League Baseball found that the team had illegally created a system that decoded and communicated the opposing teams' pitching signs during their championship season, leading Astros owner and chairman Jim Crane to fire manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow.
Phillies fans hold up a "cheaters" sign with the Astros' logo on Tuesday night. The Astros won the World Series in 2017, but many baseball fans consider that title tainted because of a cheating scandal. Major League Baseball found that the team had illegally created a system that decoded and communicated the opposing teams' pitching signs during their championship season, leading Astros owner and chairman Jim Crane to fire manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow.
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Philadelphia right fielder Nick Castellanos makes a diving catch on the first play of Game 3 on Tuesday night.
Philadelphia right fielder Nick Castellanos makes a diving catch on the first play of Game 3 on Tuesday night.
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Players line up for the National Anthem before Game 3. It was the first World Series game in Philadelphia since 2009.
Players line up for the National Anthem before Game 3. It was the first World Series game in Philadelphia since 2009.
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Houston's Alex Bregman and Yordan Álvarez celebrate after Bregman hit a two-run home run in Game 2 on Saturday, October 29. The fifth-inning blast gave the Astros a 5-0 lead, and they held on to win 5-2 and tie the series at one game apiece.
Houston's Alex Bregman and Yordan Álvarez celebrate after Bregman hit a two-run home run in Game 2 on Saturday, October 29. The fifth-inning blast gave the Astros a 5-0 lead, and they held on to win 5-2 and tie the series at one game apiece.
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Umpire Pat Hoberg watches to see whether a ball hit by Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber was a home run or a foul ball in the eighth inning . The ball was initially thought to be fair, but replays showed that it was actually in foul territory.
Umpire Pat Hoberg watches to see whether a ball hit by Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber was a home run or a foul ball in th