Thursday will mark only the seventh time that a World Series game and NFL game involving the same two metro areas will occur on the same day, according to ESPN Stats.
Thursday will mark only the seventh time that a World Series game and NFL game involving the same two metro areas will occur on the same day, according to Astros manager Dusty Baker learned of the conflict Wednesday and was disappointed he wouldn't"get to see that game."
"I've always liked the Eagles, but I like the Texans because Lovie Smith is my partner from Chicago," Baker said. "I think it's great for the city. It's great for any city when you have a World Series and you've got an undefeated football team.
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