Howdy, Partner! You Want Baseball in Texas? You Got Two Teams' Worth!
Texas. Land of wide-open spaces, ten-gallon hats, and apparently, a whole lotta love for baseball. Now, you might be moseyin' on over here wonderin', "Just how much baseball are we talkin' about?" Well, saddle up, 'cause we're about to wrangle this question into submission.
Hold Your Horses: Not All Baseball is Major League
Before we get to the big leagues, let's address the elephant in the room, or rather, the armadillo moseying across the field (it's Texas, anything can happen). Texas has a love for baseball that runs deeper than a rattlesnake strike. We're talkin' minor league teams, academies, and sandlot diamonds scattered across the state like bluebonnets in springtime. From the El Paso Chihuahuas (love that name!) to the Frisco RoughRiders (who wouldn't want to be rough ridin' with a bat in their hand?), there's a team for every Texan's hometown pride.
But Now, Let's Talk Major League: The Big Enchiladas
Alright, alright, enough with the metaphors. You came here for the MLB, and Texas delivers on that front too. We ain't braggin', but we do boast two Major League Baseball teams: The Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers.
The Houston Astros: From Humble Beginnings to Stealin' the Show
The Astros, originally christened the "Colt .45s" (because Texas!), have been around since 1962. They've had their ups and downs (let's not talk about a certain sign-stealing scandal... hush hush), but they've also brought home that coveted World Series trophy in 2017. Their fans are a passionate bunch, always ready to cheer on their team, even if it means dressing up as giant orange fuzzy dice (it's a thing, look it up).
The Texas Rangers: A Team with Grit and a Whole Lotta Howdy
The Texas Rangers, well, they moseyed on over from Washington D.C. in 1972. They've got a loyal following who pack the stands year after year, hopin' to see some monster home runs and that iconic tomahawk chop. These guys are known for their fighting spirit, never giving up until the last out.
So, There You Have It, Partner!
Texas doesn't do things halfway, and that includes baseball. With two MLB teams, a plethora of minor league options, and enough sandlot diamonds to make a baseball crazy, Texas is a baseball paradise. So, if you're ever in the Lone Star State, grab some peanuts, a big ol' Dr Pepper, and head out to the ballpark. You're guaranteed a good time, Texas-sized!