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Houston Astros
Originally the Houston Colt .45s, the Houston Astros are a Major League Baseball team in the National League's Central Division. Ask and answer questions about their players, coaches and much more related to the team here.
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Which pitchers pitched for both the Houston Astros and the New York Yankees?
The following is a list of every single player that ever threw a pitch in a Major League Baseball game for the franchises of both the Houston Astros and the New York Yankees. Occasionally, position players are used as pitchers such as Kevin Cash, a catcher who pitched one inning for the Astros in 2010. They are included in the list.
Wade Blasingame
Jim Bouton
Hal Brown
Kevin Cash
Shawn Chacon
Al Cicotte
Roger Clemens
Jim Deshaies
Octavio Dotel
Doug Drabek
Brian Fisher
Wayne Franklin
Dwight Gooden
Tom Gordon
Wayne Granger
Bill Gullickson
LaTroy Hawkins
Xavier Hernandez
Ken Johnson
Randy Johnson
Jimmy Jones
Jeff Juden
Matt Keough
Don Larsen
Dan Miceli
Rob Murphy
Joe Niekro
C.J. Nitkowski
Don Nottebart
Andy Pettitte
Tim Redding
Rick Rhoden
Bobby Shantz
Russ Springer
Bobby Tiefenauer
Cecil Upshaw
Ron Villone
David Weathers
Dooley Womack
Jim York
Nate Colbert played in 11 games at outfield for the Houston Astros in 1968, starting in 9 of them. He played for a total of 246 outs, equivalent to 9.11 9-inning games.
He made 19 putouts, had one assist, and committed one error, equivalent to .11 errors per 9-inning game. He had no double plays.
What is the average weight of a Houston Astros player?
As of the 2014 season, the average weight of a Houston Astros player is 214 pounds.
Who is the starting pitcher for the New York Yankees today against the Houston Astros?
Alfredo Aceves started today's pre-season game against the Astros. Alfredo took the loss today, giving up 5 runs on 5 hits in 4 1/3 innings.
How much is a 1993 Nolan Ryan Commemorative Plate worth?
The 1993 Nolan Ryan 'Farewell' commemorative plate sells for $15 to $35. The 1993 Nolan Ryan 'Still Going Strong' commemorative plate is $20 to $35.
What were the pitching stats for baseball player Gil Rondon playing for the Houston Astros in 1976?
In 1976, Gil Rondon pitched in 19 games for the Houston Astros, with an ERA of 5.7. He started 7 games and finished 3, pitching no complete games. He threw no shutouts and recorded no saves, ending up with 2 wins and 2 losses.
He pitched a total of 161 outs, facing 264 batters. He gave up 70 hits and 34 earned runs, including 6 home runs. He struck out 21 batters and walked 39.
What year did the astros start using the name killer bees?
Not completely sure of the year, but it was in the 90's. Jeff Bagwell, Craig Biggio and Derek Bell were the original "Killer B's."
Did the Astros get hunter pence for season 2011?
Nope, the Phillies did. He now plays right field for them wearing #3.
What is the name of the stadium where Major League Baseball's Houston Astros play?
The name of the stadium is Minute Maid Field
How many home runs did the Houston Astros hit in the last five years?
From 2007 through 2011, the Houston Astros hit 679 home runs.
What is the name of a Houston baseball player who's name starts with an A?
Jose Altuve is an infielder for the Houston Astros during the current 2016 season. Jesus Alou play outfield for the Houston Astros during the 1969-1973 and 1978-1979 seasons.
Which former New York Yankees player went to the Houston Astros?
Former Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte played for the Houston Astros from 2004-2006.
Which Houston astro pitcher was hit in the face with a baseball?
On July 15, 1998, Astros closer Billy Wagner was hit in the face by a line drive off the bat of catcher Kelly Stinnett of the Arizona Diamondbacks at then-named BankOne Ballpark (now Chase Field) in Phoenix
How can you receive the Houston Astros Baseball game through dish?
Unfortunately thats the question everybody had since they signed a new TV deal with Comcast in 2010. We'll have to wait until the price is right and the negotiation is over to find out. To answer your question formally is NO way you can watch them only Comcast and some other cable providers.
Did the Houston Astros actually cheat?
The short answer: probably. News of the scandal first broke in a Nov. 12, 2019, report by Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich of The Athletic. It detailed a system in which the Houston Astros would monitor opposing catchers’ signs with cameras, then alert Astros batters of changeups and other off-speed pitches. A player or other employee would bang on a trash can to communicate to the current batter that one of these pitches was being thrown.
Rosenthal and Drellich had credible sources, having talked to four former Astros players, but the smoking gun came later that day, from a video by Jomboy Media on YouTube. In it, Jimmy O’Brien, founder of Jomboy Media, was able to find clear evidence of suspicious banging occurring just before off-speed pitches.
Since the news first broke last week, more evidence has come to light. Another report by Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich detailed emails from an Astros executive who asked for aid in stealing signs from the franchise’s scouting division. More damning footage has made the rounds on various baseball forum sites, putting a cloud over their championship season in 2017.
It’s hard to say what will come next for the Astros organization. Fines are expected by a great many baseball fans, writers, and commentators, but larger punishments, such as bans, might be more difficult to manage. Whatever the decision will be, it is sure to make waves and leave a lasting impact on the future of baseball.
What former ballpark was nicknamed The eighth wonder of the world?
When it was first built, The Houston Astrodome was nicknamed "the Eighth Wonder of the World".
How does one buy single game Astros Diamond Club tickets?
You can go to the Houston Astros website and call a number to their business development department, they're going to be 400 dollars a seat, per game though.(If available) It's pricey but if you have the means it's worth it..
How many pet does carlos pena have?
I know that he had a dog called Remington and one called stella and now has a german shepard called sydney. thats about it :)
How many no hitters have the Houston Major League Baseball club have?
10.
1) May 17, 1963: Don Nottebart no hit the Phillies winning 4-1.
2) April 23, 1964: Ken Johnson no hit the Cincinnati Reds losing 1-0. Johnson is the only pitcher in MLB history to throw a nine inning no hitter and lose.
3) June 18, 1967: Don Wilson no hit the Braves winning 2-0.
4) May 1, 1969: Don Wilson no nit the Reds winning 4-0.
5) July 9, 1976: Larry Dierker no hit the Expos winning 6-0.
6) April 7, 1979: Ken Forsch no hit the Braves winning 6-0.
7) September 26, 1981: Nolan Ryan no hit the Dodgers winning 5-0.
8) September 25, 1986: Mike Scott no hit the Giants winning 2-0.
9) September 8, 1993: Darryl Kile no hit the Mets winning 7-1.
10) June 11, 2003: Roy Oswalt, Peter Munro, Kirk Saarloos, Brad Lidge, Octavio Dotel, and Billy Wagner no hit the Yankees winning 8-0. This is the most pitchers used in a no hit game in MLB history.
Who did the brewers trade for CC Sabathia?
Matt LaPorta, from AA Huntsville, he was considered one of the leagues top prospects, Zach Jackson, LHP, Rob Bryson, RHP, and a player to be named later named Michael Brantley.
Did the atsros trade hunter pence?
Yes, they did. He is now currently playing for the Philadelphia Phillies. He wears #3 now, not his old Astro's number, which was #9.
