2022 World Series odds: Phillies name Aaron Nola Game 1 starter vs. Astros, Zack Wheeler to pitch Game 2
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The Philadelphia Phillies will start Aaron Nola against Houston in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night. The Astros haven't officially named their starter. Zack Wheeler is the current NL Cy Young runner-up. Nolas was 11-13 during the regular season and 2-1 in the playoffs. He blanked the Astros in their regular-season finale on October 3. Houston has not lost a game since that date. The team is currently 7-0 in playoffs and is -170 at Caesars Sportsbook. Justin Verlander is a favorite to start for the team. They are +900 at the odds.