Sweep sensation: Astros finish off Yankees, advance to another World Series

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View in browser October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Keep up with important local news, fall events and more. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today: Photo: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer Sweep sensation The Astros finished off a four-game ALCS sweep of the Yankees to move on to their fourth World Series in six seasons.   More for their lore. The greatest era in Astros history adds another memorable chapter with their latest World Series trip, writes Brian T. Smith.   Left feeling run down ... again Josh Jacobs and the Raiders run over the Texans during the second half, sending Houston to defeat.   Rockets vs. Jazz: 5 things to watch The Rockets' challenge will be to get the defense to a level to slow the Jazz as they seek their first win of the season tonight at Toyota Center.    Pushing for the Playoff? TCU, the No. 1 team again in our Texas college football rankings, knocks off another ranked team to remain the state's only unbeaten team.   Greg Rajan Texas Sports Nation editor greg.rajan@chron.com Sponsored Content   Shopping Talk a little smack with these sassy, but classy Astros shirts Let the haters cry their salty little hater tears. It's 'Stros before bros in H-Town.   Shopping Mix things up with Texas-made alcohol available at Total Wine Enjoy cocktails made for and by the Lone Star State from this local favorite and online liquor store!       October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications