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The Houston Astros are the 2022 World Series champions, and fans and meme creators alike are celebrating their victory with some of the most hilarious and creative memes we’ve seen in a long time. From poking fun at the Astros’ cheating scandal to celebrating their players’ incredible performances, these memes are sure to make you laugh, cry, and maybe even cringe a little.

The Cheating Scandal

Of course, the Astros’ 2017 cheating scandal is still fresh in many fans’ minds, and meme creators haven’t forgotten it either. Some of the most popular Astros memes this year have focused on the scandal, with fans using humor to cope with the disappointment and anger they felt when the news first broke.

One popular meme shows two photos side by side: one of the Astros’ dugout during the 2017 World Series, and one of a trash can with the caption “Astros’ dugout during the 2017 World Series.” Another shows a photo of Astros players celebrating with the caption “When you win the World Series but still gotta cheat to do it.”

The Players

Of course, the Astros’ victory wouldn’t have been possible without their incredible players, and meme creators have been quick to celebrate their performances. From José Altuve’s clutch hits to Carlos Correa’s incredible defense, Astros fans have plenty to be proud of this year.

One popular meme shows a photo of Altuve with the caption “When you hit a walk-off home run to send your team to the World Series” followed by a photo of him with the caption “When you hit another walk-off to win the World Series.” Another shows Correa making an incredible diving catch with the caption “If you haven’t seen Carlos Correa’s defense, you’re missing out.”

The Celebrations

Of course, no World Series victory would be complete without some epic celebrations, and the Astros didn’t disappoint in that regard. Fans have been sharing memes of the team’s celebrations, from champagne showers to victory parades.

One popular meme shows a photo of the Astros celebrating with the caption “When you win the World Series but you’re still not as drunk as your uncle at Thanksgiving.” Another shows a photo of the team’s parade with the caption “Houston Astros: We run the city.”

What People Are Saying

We asked a few people who follow baseball closely what they thought of the Astros’ victory and the resulting memes, and here’s what they had to say:

“I’m happy for the Astros, but I still think what they did in 2017 was wrong. The memes are funny, though.”

– Sarah, 27, Houston native and Astros fan

“As a Yankees fan, I’m not happy about the Astros winning, but I have to admit they played well. The memes are hilarious, especially the ones about the cheating scandal.”

– Mike, 34, New York City

“I’m not a baseball fan, but even I can appreciate a good meme. The Astros ones are pretty funny, especially the ones with José Altuve.”

– Emily, 22, Los Angeles

Final Thoughts

The Astros’ victory in the 2022 World Series has given fans plenty to celebrate, and meme creators have been quick to join in on the fun. Whether you’re a die-hard Astros fan or just appreciate a good laugh, these memes are sure to entertain.