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Houston Astros Are World Series Champions, Beating Los Angeles Dodgers

The Astros defeated the Dodgers 5-1 in Game 7 at Dodger Stadium.
George Springer's double and later his two-run homer helped the Houston Astros to build up an early lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series.

Updated 12:01 a.m. ET

The Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 in Game 7 of the World Series, winning their first championship crown in the franchise's 56-year history.

The Astros jumped out to a 5-0 lead after two innings and held on for the rest of the game watching the Dodgers

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