Astros defeated the Yankees and reached the World Series

Astros defeat Yankees and advance to World Series.

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Keep in mind that the Astros will be playing in the World Series, With a 6-5 victory over the Yankees on Sunday night

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Houston completed a sweep of the ALC Series against them and claimed their sixth American League title ever.

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The Astros set out on a quest to secure their World Series ticket hours after the Phillies became the first team to do so.

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And even though they didn't get off to a strong start in Game 4, they responded like a team determined to win the championship.

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The Yankees made it 3-0 in the first two innings against Lance McCullers Jr.

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but the Astros made a huge comeback in the fourth inning with four runs.

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The Astros' outstanding bullpen secured the victory and secured them a spot in the World Series alongside the Phillies.

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