Astros Return to OKC After 38 Year Absence

The Houston Astros announced they’ll return as the Triple-A affiliate after leaving Oklahoma City in 1972, after a decade of play.

Thursday, May 26th 2011, 11:57 am

By: News On 6

Astros Return to OKC After 38 Year Absence

Originally Published: Sep 20, 2010 3:20 PM CDT

Oklahoma Sports Staff

OKLAHOMA CITY -- The Houston Astros announced Monday the return of their Triple-A farm club to Oklahoma City, essentially completing the swap with the Texas Rangers of homes for their top minor-league teams.

The Astros were the original Triple-A affiliate in Oklahoma City from 1962 through 1972. The Rangers ended their contract with the Oklahoma City RedHawks after 28 years, instead teaming up with Triple-A Round Rock Express.

The Rangers’ acquisition of Round Rock left Oklahoma City without a major-league affiliate until the Monday announcement.