1972 Astros

Missed Playoffs

League Note
The first player's strike in Major League Baseball history took place for 13 days. The strike occurred from April 1 to April 13, 1972. As a result, the Houston Astros and San Diego Padres each played only 153 games, nine fewer than normal. Most other teams canceled anywhere from six to eight games

Manager
Harry Walker (67-54)
Salty Parker (1-0)
Leo Durocher (16-15)
General Manager
President
Team Owner
Ballpark
Attendance
1,469,247 total
19,081 per game

1972 Draft Picks

Round Pick Player
1 9 Steve Englishbey OF
2 33 Stan Floyd C
3 57 Lonnie Newland SS
4 81 David Brooks P
5 105 Kenny Reed 2B