Verlander, seeking 1st World Series win, opens for AstrosJustin Verlander remains in search of his first World Series win after going 0-6 with a 5.68 ERA in seven Series starts.
Few teams have struggled after winning the World Series like the NatsWashington is on pace to become only the fourth team in MLB history to finish below .500 in its first three seasons after winning a championship.washingtonpost.com
