Sports
Fans flock to visit with Astros' trio
Published: February 2, 2000
Three Houston Astros stroked consecutive signatures in the early going of an autograph session at Temple Mall Tuesday, giving the Astros a decisive win over the Texas Rangers in the battle of off-season publicity tours in town this week.Okay, so it wasn't an official competition. But had it been, the Astros would have won easily, considering the long line of fans seeking autographs from Astros infielder Tim Bogar, outfielder Lance Berkman, pitcher Jose Lima and Hall of Fame broadcaster Milo Hamilton.A similar event by the Rangers Monday drew fewer fans and less excitement. Of course, their owner doesn't hail from Temple, like the Astros' does. by John Eubanks