1972 Houston Astros Home Schedule and Roster for Astrodome Games
The content from the 1972 Baseball Facts Book page provides a detailed overview of the Houston Astros, including their home game schedule, roster, and game information. The Astros' 1972 home games are listed by date against various National League teams, including the Padres, Giants, Cubs, Pirates, Dodgers, Reds, Expos, and Cardinals. The basic roster features key players such as pitchers Wade Blasingame, George Culver, and Larry Dierker, who all contributed to the team in the prior season. Position players include notable names like catcher John Edwards and infielder Tommie Agee. Manager Harry Walker is highlighted alongside coaches Salty Parker, Hub Kittle, Buddy Hancken, and Jim Owens. The team’s performance statistics from the previous season are noted, with batting averages and records for key players like César Cedeño and Bob Watson.