Considering the post-season dominance of Gerrit Cole, heck considering his second half dominance, this was one game you thought you could chalk up in the win column for the Astros going in. Gerrit Cole hadn’t lost a game since May 22. He had only allowed one run in three post-season games this year.
Yes, the Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer is an ace, but the Astros should outhit the Nats, and when you get to their bullpen, you should be able to expand your lead. And it’s in Minute Maid Park.