FridayRHP Mark Lemongello (68) started 64 games for the Astros between 1976 and 1978. He played with Houston from 1968 through 1971 and again in 1974, making two All-Star appearances (at shortstop) over that time. In 565 games for the Colt .45s / Astros, he slashed out a .228/.274/.353 with 45 jacks and 212 RBI, and caught 33.1 percent of runners trying to swipe a base. Utility player Cliff Johnson (76) appeared in 376 games for the Astros from 1972 through 1977. SundayNoneTodayMiddle infielder Jason Smith (46) played for eight major league teams over a nine-season career, finishing up with Houston in 2009.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 24, 2023 13:18 UTC