Astros' Mt. Rushmore of Greatest Players Highlighted in 'Got Your Legends'
Summary
The Houston Astros' most iconic players have been highlighted in the book "Got Your Legends" by Mike Greenberg and Paul Hembekides. The book identifies the top four players, known as the "Mt. Rushmore" of the Astros, as Jeff Bagwell, Larry Dierker, Craig Biggio, and Jose Altuve, offering reasons for their selections.Key Facts
- The book "Got Your Legends" discusses the top players in various sports teams, including the Houston Astros.
- Jeff Bagwell, who played from 1991 to 2005, is one of the chosen players for the Astros.
- Larry Dierker, Craig Biggio, and current player Jose Altuve are also on the Astros' Mt. Rushmore list.
- Jose Altuve is noted as a current player still with the team.
- Nolan Ryan, despite being a famous pitcher, was not included because his best seasons were not with the Astros.
- The book covers all-time great players from teams in the top four sports leagues in the United States.
- Nolan Ryan's most impressive seasons were with the Los Angeles Angels, marked by high strikeout numbers.
- The book is available for purchase starting Tuesday.
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