Newest Trade Sends Anderson to Braves
The Houston Astros announced Friday that the club has acquired right-handed pitcher Oscar Villarreal from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for outfielder Josh Anderson. Anderson, 25, hit .358 with three doubles and 11 runs batted in during 21 games with the Astros in 2007. He played in 132 games at Triple A Round Rock, hitting .273 with two home runs, 43 RBI, and 40 stolen bases. [Full Story]

Call 255-BALL for Season Tickets!
Season tickets for the 2008 Express season are now on sale! The Full Season Package includes all 72 home games, a complimentary parking pass, a liberal exchange policy and special events and discounts for full season ticket holders. The 19-game Fireworks Plus Plan includes all Friday night games, 14 fireworks shows, saving off individual pricing and more! [Full Story]

Celebrating the Holidays at the ballpark!
Located along the first-base side of The Dell Diamond, the United Heritage Conference Center is the perfect location for your upcoming holiday party! The facility can be converted from three private suites into a space accomodating up to 500 people. For more information on reserving the United Heritage Center for your unique holiday experience, call 255-BALL or click here. [Full Story]

Santangelo Opens Up In Hawaii
Former Carolina League All-Star Lou Santangelo belted his first home run of the fall and drove in a career-high five runs over the weekend as North Shore Honu (Hawaii) downed West Oahu 14-7. Santangelo, 24, collected his first three RBI in the third inning and then drove in another pair with a sixth-inning single. [Full Story]

Moore Named to Houston's 2008 Coaching Staff
When Jackie Moore polished off his eighth season with Round Rock earlier this month, he assured fans he wanted to stick around for his 51st year in professional baseball. On Sunday, the skipper kept his promise. The Houston Astros announced that Moore, who has spent 50 years in professional baseball as a player, coach and manager, will join the major league staff as the Astros' 2008 bench coach. [Full Story]