Justin Verlander pitched five solid innings for his first career World Series win, while rookie shortstop Jeremy Pena had three hits and two RBIs, to lead the Houston Astros to a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 5 at Citizens Bank Park.
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Houston now leads the World Series 3-2, and can clinch its second championship in franchise history at home on Saturday.
More to come.
