Alan Ashby and Phil Garner Inducted into Astros Hall of Fame
Astros Announce Ashby, Garner Elected to Hall of Fame
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The Houston Astros have announced the induction of former catcher Alan Ashby and former player and manager Phil Garner into their Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place on August 15, 2026, prior to a game against the Seattle Mariners, honoring their significant contributions to the franchise.
- 01Alan Ashby played for the Astros from 1979 to 1989 and ranks highly in several franchise catching categories.
- 02Phil Garner, known as 'Scrap Iron', played for the Astros from 1981 to 1987 and later managed the team from 2004 to 2007.
- 03Garner led the Astros to their first postseason series victory in 2004.
- 04Ashby caught three no-hitters during his career, including Nolan Ryan's fifth no-hitter.
- 05The official induction ceremony will take place on August 15, 2026.
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The Houston Astros have elected former catcher Alan Ashby and former player and manager Phil Garner into their Hall of Fame. The announcement was made today, with an official ceremony scheduled for August 15, 2026, prior to a game against the Seattle Mariners. Ashby, who played for the Astros from 1979 to 1989, is celebrated for his contributions as a player and broadcaster, holding multiple franchise records for catchers. He is particularly noted for catching three no-hitters, including Nolan Ryan's fifth. Garner, affectionately known as 'Scrap Iron', played for the Astros from 1981 to 1987 and later managed the team from 2004 to 2007, leading them to their first postseason series victory in franchise history. Both inductees will receive a Hall of Fame sports coat and plaque, joining the ranks of the 28 previous members inducted since the Hall of Fame's establishment in 2019.
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The induction of Ashby and Garner into the Hall of Fame celebrates their contributions to the Astros, enhancing the team's legacy and community pride.
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