[CBS Sports] Astros vs. Nationals World Series schedule, results: MLB playoffs live stream, TV channel, start times - The powerhouse Houston Astros will face the surprising Washington Nationals in the 2019 World Series. This year’s Fall Classic kicks off Tuesday night in Houston and could run through a potential Game 7 on Wednesday, Oct. 30. The Astros, who won the ALCS in six games over the Yankees, are looking for their second World Series championship in three seasons. Meanwhile, the Nationals are playing in their first World Series in franchise history.