PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It was a party in South Philadelphia Tuesday night. Home runs were flying at Citizens Bank Park as the Phillies shutout the Astros 7-0 in Game 3 and take a 2-1 Series lead.
It started with Bryce Harper welcoming the Astros to his house with a 2-run home run in the first inning. Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh, Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins joined him in the innings following.
The Phillies tied a World Series record with five home runs in Game 3. The Phillies' bats were accompanied by a stellar performance by the Phillies' pitching staff.
Ranger Suarez pitched five innings and recorded four strikeouts and gave up three hits. The bullpen came in and was able to hold onto the shutout. (Click here for a full recap)
Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday at 8:03 p.m.
Follow our live blog below for the lineups, live updates and more throughout the day.
Fans say "something special" happening with Phillies this postseason
Fans had to wait an extra day for Game 3 of the World Series because of Monday's rain, but if anything that just electrified them even more.
It's the past-time that's been bringing generations of fans together for decades, but on this day a game painted in tradition.
"It's a ritual, got to stick with the plan and do the same thing," Julie Britton said.
Phillies fans say something special is happening with the Phillies this year. With a city energized as World Series baseball takes over South Philadelphia.
CBS3's Alicia Roberts caught up with some fans down at Citizens Bank Park Tuesday. Watch the video below for the full interview.
Phillies take 2-1 series lead over Astros
Two more wins Topper.
The Phillies take a 2-1 series lead over the Astros after shutting them out 7-0 in Game 3 in the World Series Tuesday night.
The Phillies' bats delivered five home runs feeding an electric crowd at Citizens Bank Park.
It started with Bryce Harper welcoming the Astros to his house with a 2-run shot in the first inning.
Alec Bohm and Brandon Marsh went yard in the second inning. And fans got to see a Schwarbomb to center field in the sixth inning which was followed up by a solo shot from Rhys Hoskins.
But, we can't forget to mention the gem of a game the Phillies pitching had. Ranger Suarez pitched five innings with four strikeouts and only gave up three hits.
The Phillies bullpen was able to hold onto the shutout.
Game 4 is Wednesday at 8:03 p.m.
Schwarber, Hoskins hit home runs to add to Phillies lead
Speechless.
All of the Phillies runs have come from HRs after 5 innings.
Kyle Schwarber sent one to center field to put the Phillies up 6-0 and that was followed up by a solo shot to left field by Rhys Hoskins to give them a 7-0 lead over the Astros.
Everybody hits... home runs?!
The Phillies are crushing the ball tonight. All four of their runs came from home runs so far and one made history.
Alec Bohm's solo home run was the 1,000th HR in World Series history. It was also his first home run of the postseason.
Brandon Marsh followed it up with another home run.
Phillies are up 4-0 after two innings.
Welcome to Bryce Harper's house
Well, that didn't take long. Bryce Harper welcomed the Astros to Citizens Bank Park by crushing one to right field to give the Phillies a 2-0 lead over the Astros in the bottom of the first inning.
Citizens Bank Parks erupts after sliding grab by Nick Castellanos for 1st out of game
It was a 1-2-3 first inning for the Phils.
Nick Castellanos' incredible sliding catch for the first out was the highlight of the inning -- and fired up the crowd.
Will the Phillies strike first? Stay tuned ...
Fans in South Philly hype for Game 3 of World Series
Phillies (again) release Game 3 lineup
OK, let's try this again. The Philadelphia Phillies have a lineup for Tuesday night's Game 3 against the Houston Astros -- it's the same one they've used against righties for most of the postseason.
Bryson Stott will bat seventh and play shortstop. Brandon Marsh plays center field and will bat ninth.
World Series is most-watched since 2019 through 2 games
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Houston's 5-2 win over Philadelphia in Game 2 was viewed by 10,789,000 people on Fox as the matchup remained the most-viewed World Series since 2019.
The audience for Saturday night's game was up 3% from the 10,434,000 for the Astros' 7-2 win over Atlanta in Game 2 last year and an increase of 17% from Tampa Bay's 6-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2020's Game 2, which was seen by 9,184,000. Both those games were on a Wednesday night.
SEPTA offering free subway rides home from WS games
Phillies fans attending World Series Games 3 and 4 in Philadelphia fans can get a free Broad Street Line ride home. SEPTA says Penn Medicine and Miller Lite sponsored free rides home from NRG Station for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Click here for more details, including expanded SEPTA service for Games 3, 4 and 5.
Rainout didn't damper Phillies' fans desire for merch
Tickets for postponed Game 3 still available
Philly Sister is praying for the Phillies to win Game 3
Philadelphia Archbishop cheers on Phillies
Another day, another try
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- After Monday night's game had to be postponed, the Phillies will head into Game 3 Tuesday night. Here is the new game plan.
Philly has seen postponements like these before in 1993, 2008 and 2009.
Let's hope the Phils do not repeat the 2009 World Series.
Phillies-Astros World Series Game 3 postponed
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- World Series baseball at Citizens Bank Park will have to wait another day. Major League Baseball postponed Monday night's Game 3 between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros because of rain.
Tarp rolled out at Citizens Bank Park
A tarp is now covering the infield at Citizens Bank Park as we wait for the MLB to announce if Game 3 will be played tonight. Rain is forecasted in the Philadelphia region and the MLB says they will meet again at 6:45 p.m.
CBS3 sports director Don Bell and sports reporter Pat Gallen have the latest from Citizens Bank Park.
Fans fired up for Game 3 of World Series at Citizens Bank Park
There's a chance Game 3 of the World Series doesn't get played Monday night due to rain in the region, but Phillies fans are still out in full force. CBS3's Vittoria Woodill and Kerri Corrado were outside of Citizens Bank Park Monday where a block party was taking place.
Check out videos from the block party below.
Phillies release lineup for Game 3, weather permitting
Weather permitting, the Philadelphia Phillies have a lineup for Monday night's Game 3 against the Houston Astros -- it's the same one they've used against righties for most of the postseason.
Bryson Stott will bat seventh and play shortstop. Brandon Marsh plays center field and will bat ninth.
First pitch is scheduled for 8:03 p.m., but rain may cause a delay or postponement. Officials are reportedly expected to make a decision around 6:30 p.m.
Hear what Rob Thomson is thinking ahead of Game 3
After leaving Houston with the World Series tied 1-1, the Fightins start a three-game home stretch in their battle with the Astros -- and they wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
Phillies manager Rob Thomson will speak with the media this afternoon around 4:40 p.m.
Listen to his pregame comments in the video player below.
MLB monitoring Game 3 weather in Philadelphia
The weather forecast for Monday night is not favoring the Fall Classic. First pitch of Game 3 is set for 8:03 p.m., but a wet, rainy forecast could force the MLB to postpone the game.
MLB says they are evaluating the forecast and will provide another update after 5 p.m.
"We are evaluating tonight's forecast in Philadelphia. Three independent weather experts have rain in the forecast. We will issue another update after a 5:00 p.m.," the MLB's Communications Department tweeted.
According to MLB radio network insider and USA Today sports reporter Bob Nightengale, they hope to make a final decision "no later than 6:30 p.m."
CBS3 meteorologist Andrew Kozak says the weather is not looking great. Kozak says the Phillies and Astros will be dealing with a wet field and there is a chance of some storms, but they won't be severe.
Weather forecast not looking great for Game 3
Phillies fans show pride for Game 3
How to get your hands on a Bryce Crispy Donut
Phillies fans headed to Game 3 of the World Series tonight can get their hands on a donut named after Bryce Harper. The Bryce Crispy Donut will be available at Citizens Bank Park this week.
It's a donut topped with Phillies red marshmallow glaze, rice crispy treat pieces and a white marshmallow drizzle
You can find it at the Federal Donuts located near Section 140.
The Bryce Crispy Donut isn't the only new item to hit the menu this week.
Click here to find out more.
Madison Watkins to sing national anthem
Fans holding out hope Taylor Swift would return to sing the national anthem before Game 3 of the World Series like she did in 2008 are out of luck. The Phillies said Monday that singer-songwriter Madison Watkins will sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" tonight.
Per the Phillies' press release:
"Watkins has appeared on the Grammys, American Idol, and has opened for numerous globally renowned artists including Elle King, Gwen Stefani and Jason Derulo. Watkins' hit song "Someday" went viral across social media and has nearly surpassed 3 million streams on Spotify. Her brand-new EP "Electric" has become an instant fan favorite and continues to gain traction across all streamers. With over 1.7 billion views on her TikTok campaign #curlmagic, Watkins boasts an impressive social media following."
Maybe the Phillies are saving T-Swift for Game 4?
Wells Fargo Center sells 6K tickets for Games 3, 4
If you open it, they will come. Wells Fargo Center revealed last week its plans to open its doors for Games 3 and 4 of the World Series tonight and Tuesday, and fans took the center up on its offer.
A spokesperson for the Wells Fargo Center says it sold out 6,000 tickets for tonight and tomorrow's games.
The tickets were free.
Fans will be able to watch the game at the main concourse's bars.
Red October Bus Tour making its way through Center City
The Red October Bus Tour is making its way through Center City Monday afternoon. Fans can pick up a rally towel, sign the bus and say hello to the Phanatic.
The bus departed Comcast Plaza at 12:15 p.m. to make its way through city streets. It will head back to Citizens Bank Park for the Phillies' World Series block party, which begins at 4:30 p.m. on Citizens Bank Way.
Fans do not need a ticket to attend the block party. The three-hour pregame party will feature performances, a giant Ferris wheel, a bungee jump, 3D chalk art, face painters, balloon artists and more.
There will also be food trucks and a Budwiser Bar.
Gates open at 5:03 p.m. for fans who have tickets to the game.
Phillies tab 4 Philly sports legends to throw out 1st pitch
The ceremonial first pitch for Game 3 of the World Series at Citizens Bank Park won't be just one pitch. Instead, it will be a quartet of Philly sports legends throwing out first pitches.
The Phillies will have legendary third baseman Mike Schmidt, Sixers legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving, Flyers goaltending God Bernie Parent and Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham throw out the ceremonial first pitches tonight, per MLB.com's Mark Feinsand.
Phillies legend Jimmy Rollins is scheduled to throw out the first pitch ahead of Game 4 Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park.
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Manuel: "Cinderella" Phillies "going to go out in style"
Charlie Manuel knows a thing or two about winning a World Series in Philadelphia. Manuel, the man who managed the Phils to the 2008 World Series, says this year's team is "capable of winning the World Series."
Manuel, speaking with CBS Philadelphia anchor Jim Donovan on Monday morning ahead of Game 3, said he believes the World Series between the Phillies and Houston Astros will be a long one.
"We're capable of winning the World Series and these three games here are big, of course," he said. "We just need to play tonight's game first and then we'll handle tomorrow when we get there. I think if we do that and we play baseball like we've been playing, we're hot right now and we're playing good and we have a lot of life and the fans tonight, they're definitely going to inspire us more."
"I feel like this series, we definitely have to win some of these games, of course," Manuel added. "To me, I think it's going to go a little deeper than most people realize. I think it's going seven games. I think we're a Cinderella team and Cinderella is going to go out in style."
Manuel and Mark Adams teamed up to sell T-shirts that benefit RIP Medical Debt. To find the shirts and learn more, click here.