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Kristie Rieken | Associated Press

J.T. Realmuto, Phillies rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series

J.T. Realmuto homers in the 10th inning against the Astros in Game 1 of the World Series at Minute Maid Park in Houston. (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

HOUSTON — J.T. Realmuto homered in the 10th inning and the Philadelphia Phillies, saved by right fielder Nick Castellanos’ sliding catch, rallied past the Houston Astros 6-5 Friday night in the World Series opener.

Down 5-0 early against Astros ace Justin Verlander, the Phillies became the first team in 20 years to overcome a five-run deficit to win a World Series game. 

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