VIDEO: Astros Take Early Lead on Nationals With Yuli Gurriel's Solo Homer off Max Scherzer

Houston Astros vs. Washington Nationals
Houston Astros vs. Washington Nationals /

Coming into Game 7 of the World Series, many thought Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer would be a huge difference-maker against an explosive offense like the Houston Astros. However, Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel is showing us that he's unfazed by the lethal right-hander, as he jumped all over a hanger to give his team the early lead.

In a winner-take-all situation, there's bound to be more electrifying moments like this. Let's see if the Nats can respond in the third inning to silence the deafening Astros crowd.