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Houston Astros

The Houston Astros were founded in 1962. The franchise Also played as Houston Colt .45s. The Houston Astros have played for 5 Pennants, participated in 16 playoff series, and in 2 World Series. So far there are 10 players that have been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. 

  • The Astros retired the jersey number 5 in honor of Jeff Bagwell.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 7 in honor of Craig Biggio.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 24 in honor of Jimmy Wynn.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 25 in honor of José Cruz.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 32 in honor of Jim Umbricht.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 33 in honor of Mike Scott.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 34 in honor of Nolan Ryan.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 40 in honor of Don Wilson.
  • The Astros retired the jersey number 49 in honor of Larry Dierker.
  • The All MLB retired the jersey number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson.

MLB Baseball Uniforms

Those jersey, caps, and the rest of the the attire that the MLB clubs wear are very trending pieces of Americana. They not only show off one's support for their favorite ball club, but also are a fashion statement and many times a highly collected item. 

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A Journey Through the Houston Astros' Uniform Evolution

The Houston Astros, from their inception as the Colt .45s, have sported a diverse array of uniforms, each reflecting the changing times and team identity. Buckle up for a tour through their sartorial history:

Colt .45 Era (1962-1964):

-Classic and elegant: Think navy pinstripes with orange accents, paired with a navy cap featuring a white H over an orange star.

-A nod to Texas heritage with the Texas flag on the road jersey sleeve.


Early Astros Era (1965-1974):

-Shooting Star logo takes center stage, orbiting baseballs on the home jersey sleeve and emblazoned on the road cap.

-Orange becomes the primary color, paired with navy for a bold and vibrant look.


Psychedelic 70s (1975-1986):

-Embrace the era's flair with orange, yellow, and white stripes adorning the home jersey.

-The iconic rainbow-patterned pullover jersey arrives in 1975, becoming a fan favorite and pop-culture icon.


Shoulder Rainbows and Beyond (1987-2012):

-Rainbow tones move to the shoulders on a more traditional white home jersey.

-1994 sees a complete redesign with brick red and black dominating, reflecting the move to Enron Field.

-Various throwbacks to earlier eras become popular for Friday home games.

Back to the Roots (2013-Present):

Returning to the AL, the Astros adopt a look reminiscent of the 1960s with navy pinstripes and orange accents.
Homage to the past continues with occasional throwback jerseys and caps.

Stros Announce “OXY” Advertisement will be worn on Jersey Sleeves in 2023

The Houston Astros will wear the logo of the Occidental Petroleum Corporation (or “OXY” as it is commonly abbreviated) on the sleeve of their jerseys throughout the 2023 season. The patch shows the company’s logo, which features “OXY” in red lettering on a white circle with two blue lines, one — news.sportslogos.net
A new patch advertising patch on the Houston Astros paid for by sponsor, the Occidental Petroleum Corporation will display as "OXY" on the Astros jerseys in 2023.
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