The Houston Astros host the Philadelphia Phillies in the opening game of the World Series on Friday 8:03 PM ET at Minute Maid Park.
The favored Astros (-166 moneyline odds) take the field at home against the Phillies (+142). The Houston Astros will hand the ball to Justin Verlander (18-4, 1.75 ERA), who is looking for win No. 19 on the season, and the Phillies will turn to Aaron Nola (11-13, 3.25 ERA).
The Astros were vicotrious 6-5 over the Yankees Friday in their last game. Hector Neris was the winning pitcher after throwing one inning, giving up one earned run on one hit while striking out one, while Jeremy Pena finished 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI to lead them offensively.
Friday, the Phillies took down the Padres 4-3. Jose Alvarado was the winning pitcher after throwing one inning without giving up an earned run on one hit, while striking out one. Rhys Hoskins led the Phillies’ offense, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.