MLB Twitter reacts to Philadelphia Phillies fans leaving World Series game early while trailing 5-0 to Houston Astros

The once raucous Philadelphia Phillies home crowd came under fire after hordes of fans headed for the exits amidst a blowout loss to the Houston Astros in the World Series. They were trailing 5-0 and had yet to see their team record a hit against the Astros.

Phillies fans have been praised for the tremendous atmosphere in the stadium all postseason, but this is a mark against them. Of course, not every fan gave up on their team early and left the building, but there were enough that did to make it noticeable.

This video from FOX Sports shows fans heading for the exits while in the eighth inning.

The Philadelphia Phillies have relied on home-field advantage this postseason, with this being their first home loss. It took a complete effort from four different pitchers to secure the no-hitter to deliver that loss. Phillies fans are still considered to be one of the best fanbases in the MLB, but their reputation has taken a hit.

Many baseball fans could not fathom leaving a World Series game early. Getting to watch your team play for the championship is a rare opportunity, and one that many have never even gotten to experience. Having that chance and walking away from it early is not even a thought for some.

Philadelphia Phillies fans have one more home game for the rest of the World Series

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Game five of the series will be the last played in Philadelphia in 2022. Ending on a loss would be both heartbreaking and a blow to their championship hopes. Having to win two road games in the World Series is an incredibly difficult feat.

The Phillies will need their stars in Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper to step up and defend their home turf. Expect the fans in the stadium to return to their loud selves if the hits come early and often in game five.