Today in Astros history - June 7

1967 - Pounding the Cards

Led by Bob Aspromonte’s five-hit day, the Houston Astros won by the largest margin in franchise history, winning 17-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals. Behind Aspromonte, catcher Ron Brand led the team with four hits. That record stood until 2019.

1974 - Astros blank the Mets

Thanks to a masterpiece from starter Don Wilson, the Astros blank the New York Mets 1-0. The only run of the game came off the bat of Lee May, who smoked a solo-shot in the second inning to give Houston the lead.

2003 - Hidalgo’s return

In his first game off the disabled list, Astros outfielder Richard Hidalgo smacked a game-winning home run to top the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4. That was the third hit of the…