World Series champions Houston Astros welcomed by Joe Biden to the White House; Watch

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Houston Astros continued their journey along the East Coast, making a special visit to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The team received an honorable recognition at the White House for their outstanding achievement in winning the 2022 World Series Championship, achieved through their triumph over the Philadelphia Phillies in the title match.

At noon Houston time in the East Room, the Astros organization, accompanied by players, manager Dusty Baker, and owner Jim Crane, had the privilege to meet President Joe Biden. This visit marked the team's second trip to the White House, the first being in 2018 when they clinched the title by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers. Among the notable players making their second visit were reacquired pitcher Justin Verlander, second baseman José Altuve, and third baseman Alex Bregman. Additionally, retired catcher Jason Castro was also expected to be in attendance. Verlander's second trip to the White House came shortly after his return to the Astros in a significant trade deal with the Mets. Moreover, he had recently made his second first start with the team on Saturday, during which the Astros suffered a 3-1 loss against the Yankees at Yankee Stadium, with Verlander conceding two runs in the game.

On Sunday, the Astros welcomed back pitcher José Urquidy, who took the mound for the team for the first time since April 30. After rehabbing with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, the Astros' Triple-A affiliate, due to right shoulder inflammation, Urquidy faced some challenges, conceding five runs. However, center fielder Jake Meyers stepped up to the plate, driving in a career-high six runs and leading the