Houston Colt 45's T-Shirt

Product Details:

• 100% Cotton (52% Cotton 48% Polyester for heather colors)
• 4.2 oz combed and ring-spun cotton
• Extra soft, lightweight
• Unisex classic fit
• Pre-shrunk, side-seamed
• Printed graphics
• Ships in 3–5 business days

Team: Houston Colt 45's
Years Active: 1962–1964
Home: Colt Stadium — Houston, TX

The Houston Colt 45's were an expansion club staffed largely by the front office of the former AAA Houston Buffaloes. They began play in the shadow of the construction of what would become the Astrodome and were managed in every one of their three seasons by Harry Craft. Despite a roster of promising young talent, the Colt 45's never finished above .500 in the major leagues and ranked last in attendance in two of their first three years.

Both Colt Stadium and the Colt 45's name were retired when the Astrodome opened for the 1965 season — the franchise picking a new nickname inspired by its hometown's role in the space program. The old open-air ballpark was eventually dismantled and its parts shipped south, where they were used to build two stadiums in Mexico. Notable Colt 45's included Joe Morgan, Jimmy Wynn, Turk Farrell, Rusty Staub, and Bob Aspromonte.

Vintage-inspired reproduction — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any team, league, or organization. Used for historical and artistic purposes only.