What was the old name of the Astros?
The Astros are one of two MLB teams based in Texas, the other being the Texas Rangers. The team began with the name of the Colt . 45s in 1962 and changed their name to the "Astros" in 1965 when they began playing in the Astrodome.
The Astros are one of two MLB teams based in Texas, the other being the Texas Rangers. The team began with the name of the Colt . 45s in 1962 and changed their name to the "Astros" in 1965 when they began playing in the Astrodome.