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- ABC News
- November 2, 2017
Houston stands strong after World Series win
The Astros won their first World Series title.
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After the Astros' 5-1 win over the Dodgers in Los Angeles, emotions ran high on and off the field, and many of the players had a message for their city.
Harvey dropped 51 inches so the Houston Astros dropped the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1. #WorldSeries #EarnedHistory https://t.co/OiAF1urqMJ
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) November 2, 2017
Justin Verlander, the star pitcher who was traded to the Astros just two months ago, said he \"absolutely\" embraced doing this for the city of Houston.
\"We embraced that and the fans embraced us to be able to do this for them, I mean it's something special,\" Verlander told ABC News. \"What an incredible city that I joined. They made me feel at home right away and I'm so happy for us, I'm so happy for them, this is a great experience for everyone.\"
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Astros center fielder George Springer was named the series' MVP after helping lead his team to victory with a series record high of five home runs.
\"This is unbelievable. I'm so happy for our city and our fans,\" Springer said after the win.
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Football player J.J. Watt of the Houston Texans, who raised millions for Harvey relief efforts, followed every minute of the Astros Game 7 win.
WORLD CHAMPIONS!!!!!#EarnHistory
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) November 2, 2017
Fans celebrated with the team using the hashtag #HoustonStrong on social media in a show of support and unity.
We cannot thank you enough @astros! You showed world we are #HoustonStrong i #Harvey couldn't take us down. We are #WorldChampions!
— Melanie Lawson (@MelanieLawson13) November 2, 2017
Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul shared a photo standing on the field at Minute Maid Park in Houston with his family in full Astros gear.
Houston is as resilient as they come!! Congrats @astros on making history!! ???? pic.twitter.com/QXAVLC1Kvm
— Chris Paul (@CP3) November 2, 2017
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees, who led his team to a championship four years after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, also hailed the hometown heroes.
Congrats to the #HoustonAstros and city of Houston for the World Series win last night. Magical!#HoustonStrong
— Drew Brees (@drewbrees) November 2, 2017
\"It's hard to draw it up any better,\" Astros Manager A.J. Hinch said after the game. \"I just wanted to be the last team standing and we're taking this trophy, this championship vibe we've got going, back to Houston. We'll forever be a championship city.\"
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After 20 years in the majors, Puerto Rican native Carlos Beltran finally celebrated a championship. Puerto Rico was also devastated by a storm recently, when Hurricane Maria swept through in September. Beltran said he was humbled by the timing of the win and opportunity to bring their fans joy.
\"Having this opportunity to be a world champion really means a lot and I thank God. I give God the glory and the honor for this moment. I'm excited not only for the city of Houston, but also for the country of Puerto Rico,\" Beltran said.
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The city of Houston will honor the World Series champs with a parade on Friday in celebration of the team's first MLB championship victory, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said.
\"It's a true privilege to proudly host this magnificent salute to our hometown team that has earned history,\" said Turner. \"As we bounce back from Hurricane Harvey, we are more than ready to welcome our heroes home in proper form.\"
The parade begins at 2 p.m. local time and will go through the downtown area, celebrating Houston's strength.
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