1969 Houston Astros Team Schedule and Roster for Astrodome Season
The page from the 1969 Baseball Facts Book details the Houston Astros' team schedule and roster for the 1969 season. It includes a list of home games at the Astrodome, featuring notable opponents such as the Dodgers, Braves, Cubs, and Reds across various months from April to September. The roster highlights key player positions including pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders, with notable names such as Larry Dierker, Bob Watson, and Cesar Cedeno. The basic roster also outlines the performance stats of players from the previous season, 1968, indicating batting averages and significant achievements like home runs. The managerial staff, led by Harry Walker with coaches Salty Parker, Mel McGaha, and Buddy Hancken, is also mentioned.