The last two World Series were decided in five games, so they don't apply in this situation. In the 2022 Fall Classic between the Astros and Phillies, with the series tied 2-2, the Astros took Game 5 in Philadelphia before going on to clinch the title two days later at home in Game 6's 4-1 win.

Pages had a stellar regular season with a .272 batting average and 27 home runs, but his benching in the Fall Classic doesn't come as a surprise. He has just four hits in 50 at-bats in the Postseason, including a 1-for-15 performance in the World Series.