The owner of the Houston Astros is Jim Crane. He bought the Houston Astros from Drayton McLane in late 2011. Under Jim Crane the Houston Astros moved from National to American league.
The Houston Astros were originally named the Houston Colt .45's.
In 1965, the Houston Astros had a 65-97 record.
In 1966, the Houston Astros had a 72-90 record.
In 1967, the Houston Astros had a 69-93 record.
In 1982, the Houston Astros had a 77-85 record.
In 1983, the Houston Astros had a 85-77 record.
In 1984, the Houston Astros had an 80-82 record.
In 1986, the Houston Astros had a 96-66 record.
The Houston Astros play in the National League Central division
In 1985, the Houston Astros had an 83-79 record.
The Astros got their name from Houston which is known as Space City. Astros being associated with the stars.
Marwin Gonzalez is number 9 on the Houston Astros.