A few of the Houston Astros players have ties to Central Texas. Chad McCormick, Kyle Tucker and Yordan Alvarez were former members of the Round Rock Express when it was the Astro's Triple A club.
. As players got in some batting practice, fans were already gathering outside Minute Made Park. The World Series, back in Houston, is especially sweet for long time fans like Jan Mingus. The 81-year-old remembers the tough years. But for someone who grew up a ball fan, this new era of winning is certainly special.
"It’s unbelievable the difference in the crowd. It’s huge now, and it never was before," said Mingus.A few on the current roster also have Austin ties. Former members of the Round Rock Express when it was the Astro's Triple A club, Chas McCormick, Kyle Tucker and Yordan Alvarez. They all sent balls flying out of the Dell Diamond.
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 23: Members of the Houston Astros celebrates with teammates on the field after Astros defeated the New York Yankees in Game 4 of the ALCS at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, October 23, 2022 in New York, New York. (Photo by Mary DeCic
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