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Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
The Houston Astros' stadium will be renamed Daikin Park starting January 1, 2025, under a new naming rights agreement with Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, lasting until the 2039 season. The stadium, originally named Enron Field, was renamed Minute Maid Park in 2002 after Enron's bankruptcy. Minute Maid will continue as a partner with the Astros until 2029.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
The Houston Astros have announced a new naming rights agreement for their ballpark, which will be called Daikin Park starting in January 2025, ending a 22-year association with Minute Maid. Daikin Industries, a leading air conditioning company from Japan, will hold the naming rights for 15 years. The stadium, originally known as Enron Field, has hosted numerous significant baseball events, including five World Series and the Astros' three American League pennants.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Roger Clemens, 61, made a surprise pitching appearance for the Savannah Bananas at Houston’s Minute Maid Park, giving up three hits, including a home run, and retiring one batter against the Party Animals. The seven-time Cy Young Award winner, who last pitched in MLB in 2007, received cheers from the crowd despite giving up five runs. Former teammate Roy Oswalt also pitched for the Bananas in the exhibition game, which marked the team's first appearance in a MLB ballpark.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
The Savannah Bananas, an exhibition baseball team, made their MLB stadium debut at Minute Maid Park in Houston, facing off against the Party Animals as part of their 2024 Banana Ball World Tour. Legendary pitchers Roger Clemens and Roy Oswalt made guest appearances, with Clemens giving up five runs in a third of an inning and Oswalt allowing one run in his appearance. The Bananas will play at several other MLB stadiums in 2024, including Fenway Park and Nationals Park.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NOLA.com
LSU baseball aims to maintain a perfect record at Minute Maid Park as they face Texas State in their final game, following victories against UL and Texas. Texas State, currently 2-0 over the weekend, will present a challenge as they have faced several Power-5 opponents. The game will take place at 3 p.m. at Minute Maid Park in Houston and can be watched online or listened to on various radio stations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Louisiana State University Athletics
Second-ranked LSU will participate in the Astros College Classic in Houston this weekend, facing No. 13 Texas, UL Lafayette, and Texas State. The Tigers have a 6-6 record at Minute Maid Park and are looking to continue their winning streak. The games will be streamed live on various platforms, and LSU coach Jay Johnson is excited about the opportunity for his players to compete in a Major League park.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TexasSports.com
Texas Baseball has announced its schedule for the 2024 season, which includes 37 home games at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. The Longhorns will also participate in the Astros Foundation College Classic at Minute Maid Park. The season begins with an eight-game homestand, followed by games against various opponents, including Texas A&M and Washington. Texas will also compete in the Big 12 Baseball Championship at Globe Life Field in Arlington.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Canada Sports
The retractable roof at Minute Maid Park in Houston will be open for Game 2 of the AL Division series between the Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins, marking only the second time this season that the roof will be opened for a game. The decision was made by the league, with no input from players or staff. In other sports news, Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah received an injection for shoulder discomfort, but no structural damage was found, and John Schneider will return as manager. Additionally, Tasting Table offers creative ways to use boxed cake mix, while also providing etiquette tips for eating pasta in Italy.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Chron
The Houston Astros have joined several other MLB clubs in extending alcohol sales past the previous seventh-inning cutoff at Minute Maid Park. Roughly 40 percent of selling locations will remain open through the end of games, though seat vendors will continue to stop sales at the end of the seventh inning. The cutoff for alcohol purchases "will be four hours after first pitch or at building management discretion," with stadium personnel reserving the right to deny sales at their discretion. The move is in response to significantly shorter games this season, potentially limiting revenue opportunities for teams in the food and beverage department. However, some have voiced concerns about fan safety and drunk driving.