Spangler hit .265 for the Colt .45s/Astros. Center field Jimmy Wynn, who became known as the Toy Cannon for his power from a 5-foot-10 frame, was an All-Star in 1967 when he hit 37 homers in the ...

Since the Astros are looking utterly dismal, let's glance back when things could be worse -- at least you're not sweltering in direct sunlight on... Colt .45s Video: "Without a Doubt, Houston's ...

The Astros name was born 57 years ago on Dec. 1, 1964 after the team's identity changed from the Houston Colt .45s. #OTD in 1964, we became the Houston Astros. Name the first player you think of ...

This was the first jersey for the Houston organization, but it lasted for only two seasons. The reason was because issues arose over merchandising and use of the name Colt .45.

The Houston Astros mark 57 years since changing their name from the Houston Colt .45s back on Dec. 1, 1964. Baseball loving Houstonians know the story, but in case you don't, here is what led to a ...

Houston Astros. On December 1, 1964, the team announced the name change from Colt .45s to Astros. The name change was to honor Houston's new position as the center of the nation's space program.

HOUSTON — The Houston Astros have had a franchise since October 17, 1960, but they weren’t always called the ‘Stros. The Astros were first called the Houston Colt .45s for the first three ...

The Houston Astros' plan to pay tribute to their roots by wearing throwback uniforms with a smoking Colt .45 across the chest is back on, after Major League Baseball dropped its objections.

Breaking: Jim Crane announced today Astros will wear authentic Colt 45s jersey April 10 & 20. “The fans have spoken” — Houston Astros (@astros) March 9, 2012 Now, if this sets a precedent in which the ...

In his 833 games for the Colt .45s/Astros, Staub hit 14 homers in 1965 (matching his total from 1963-1964) and broke out in 1966, hitting .280/.345/.412 and earning some down-the-ballot MVP votes.