The Houston Astros are the oldest professional franchise in Houston. As such, they are one of the city's most beloved institutions. Read on to learn about not only their history, but also get a prediction for how the 2010 seson will turn out, as well as directions to Minute Maid Park, parking tips for Minute Maid Park, and just about everything else you'll need to know to make your trip there a successful one.
1. The Story of the Houston Astros
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The Houston Astros are one the oldest professional franchise in Houston. As such, they have a long, storied past. Read all about it here.
2. Houston Astros 2010 Season Predictions
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See not only a position-by-prediction breakdown of the 2010 Houston Astros, but also an explanation as to why this season may be among the worst in team history.
3. Buying Houston Astros Merchandise
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Houston Astros merchandise can be purchased at numerous sites within Minute Maid Park. Some of the items available include baseball caps, polo shirts, jerseys, t-shirts, throwback caps and jerseys, sweat shirts, jackets, women's clothing, children's clothing, and various types of memorabilia. Read on.
4. Guide to Minute Maid Park
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Minute Maid Park can no longer be called a new ballpark. 2010 will be the 11th season of baseball in the facility, which opened in March, 2000. It was originally known as Enron Field, then Astros Field, and now Minute Maid Park. Read on about was described as one of the best ballparks in the nation.
5. Tours of Minute Maid Park
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The Houston Astros offer various behind-the-scenes tours of Minute Maid Park. The one-hour ballpark tours features exclusive looks at Union Station, which houses the offices of the Houston Astros, the broadcasting booth and/or the press box, the Astros' or visitors' dugout, the luxury suites and much more. Read on.
6. Directions and Parking Tips at Minute Maid Park
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Minute Maid Park is located in the thick of downtown, which means the only thing more of a hassle than actually finding the place is locating a parking spot that won't result in you getting towed and/or ticketed. Read all about how to not only find the place, but also how not to get your car towed.
7. Houston Astros Ticket Promotions
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Houston Astros tickets for games at Minute Maid Park are currently on sale. Individual ticket prices range from $1 to $53. The $1 tickets are available only to children ages 3-14 and are sold only for the Outfield Deck section of the ballpark. Read all about the different deals and promotions here.
8. Eating at Minute Maid Park
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No trip to the ballpark is complete without some peanuts and krackerjacks (or so the song says, anyway). Fortunately, Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros, has a bevy of fodd choices for you. Continue reading to find out which Minute Maid Park concession stand will suit your belly best.
