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CLEVELAND -- Once he rounded the bases a second time, propelled by a roaring crowd at Progressive Field, Roberto Perez began to understand what he had done. Mark Pysyk Panthers Jersey .I dont think Ive ever had a night like that, the?Indians catcher said.He picked a good time for it.Known almost exclusively for his defense, Perez provided plenty of pop in Game 1 of the World Series, hitting a pair of homers -- a solo shot and a three-run drive -- as the Indians rolled to their fourth shutout of the postseason, 6-0 over the Chicago Cubs, on Tuesday night.The Indians love Perezs glove, arm and ability to frame pitches. Any offense they get from him is a bonus.All he did in his debut on baseballs biggest stage was become the first Indians hitter with a multihomer game in the World Series. He tied the franchise record for RBIs in a World Series game with four. And he joined Manny Ramirez and Jim Thome as the only Cleveland players to hit two homers in a postseason game.Not bad for a backup catcher who batted .183 during the regular season.Ive come a long ways. Im just playing with a lot of confidence right now, said Perez, who also homered in his first at-bat of the playoffs. Im not trying to do too much at the plate. Im just trying to control my emotions. First World Series experience and just trying to go out there and compete and try to get good ABs up there and try to get on base and make something happen. Its an unbelievable feeling.The 27-year-old Perez, who had thumb surgery this season, has three homers in 27 postseason at-bats -- equaling his number in 153 at-bats during the regular season.Perez homered his first time up in the American League Division Series against the?Boston Red Sox.?On Tuesday, he became the first No. 9 batter to hit two homers in a World Series game.His teammates saw it coming.I watch how hard he works day in and day out, said Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor, who had three hits. Hes doing it for his family. Hes doing it for Puerto Rico. Its awesome to see him stepping up.Perez gave the Indians a 3-0 lead in the fourth with his homer off starter Jon Lester. The left-hander attempted to sneak an 0-1 fastball past Perez, who lined it over the 19-foot wall in left field, his shot pinging off a railing.With the Indians up 3-0 and two outs in the eighth, Perez drove a pitch from Hector Rondon into the bleachers in left, sending Indians fans into a frenzy and moving Cleveland a step closer to its first title since 1948.As he crossed home plate, Perez delivered a double high-five to teammate Lonnie Chisenhall.Perezs one-two punch flattened the Cubs. But beyond his unexpected offensive production, Perez has been excellent behind the plate in handling Clevelands pitchers, who have complimented the way he calls a game.He should be a star catcher, thats the way hes heading, Indians reliever Andrew Miller said. He doesnt even have to get a hit to validate his spot behind the plate.Perez worked the corners for starter Corey Kluber, who struck out nine Cubs -- six of them looking.For much of the season, Perez didnt come close to hitting his weight (220 pounds), and there was a long stretch when he was almost an automatic out in the lineup. But when starter Yan Gomes went down with a separated shoulder in July and then a broken wrist in September, Perez stepped in -- and the Indians havent missed a beat.Hes the latest surprise on a surprising squad of Indians.What he did at the plate tonight, my goodness, that was exciting to watch, Indians manager Terry Francona said. Everybody was happy for him. You could see the way everybody reacted to it. Aleksander Barkov Jersey . According to a report from the Winnipeg Free Press, the Bombers will name Acting GM Kyle Walters to the post full time. Keith Yandle Panthers Jersey . 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Perth Glory coach Kenny Lowe says he cant afford to roll the dice with too many underdone players for Friday nights A-League clash with Adelaide United at nib Stadium.Star striker Adam Taggart (calf) and midfielder Brandon Wilson (quad) are a chance to play against United after returning to training duties this week.But with winger Chris Harold also in doubt after picking up a knock in last weeks 4-1 loss to Sydney FC, Lowe faces a tough call as to which players to include.Taggart hasnt played since scoring a double in round one, while Wilson missed one match.We cant have too many on the bench that can only do 10 minutes each, Lowe said.If someone rolls over in the first minute, youve got to be able to go.Maybe you can gamble on one player on the bench not being able to do that. But not all of them.Glory have sorely missed Taggarts scoring exploits in recent weeks.The 23-year-old has been dogged by injuries over the past two years, and Lowe is reluctant to play his star striker until hes fully fit.I guess theres a possibility (hell play), Lowe said.But hes been out five weeks, and hes only had maybe one proper session.So it might be a bit premature. But well seee. MacKenzie Weegar Jersey. Weve got a few knocks and niggles in other areas that may eventuate an opening for him.Perth will be bolstered by the return of Josh Risdon, who was an unused substitute in Australias 2-2 World Cup qualifying draw with Thailand.Glory have slipped to fifth spot following two losses and a draw from their past three games, but Lowe isnt panicking just yet.Were in a good space, Lowe said.Everyone has ups and downs. Thats the way it is.At the moment, everybody - us included - want more points. The only people who cant have more points is Sydney.Hopefully on Friday we can get some.Adelaide sit in last spot with just two points to show from six games.STATS THAT MATTER* Perth are undefeated in their past nine games on home soil (W6, D3). The only other time they went longer was a 10-game undefeated streak from November 2009 to September 2010 (W7, D3).*Adelaide defender Ben Garuccio has made 33 interceptions so far this season, the most of any player.* Perth Glory have beaten Adelaide only once in their past six games in Perth. ' ' '