Corpus Christi Hooks
From BR Bullpen
- Location: Corpus Christi, TX
- League: Texas League 2005-present
- Affiliation: Houston Astros 2005-present
- Ballpark: Whataburger Field 2005-present
[edit] Team History
The Corpus Christi Hooks are the AA affiliate of the Houston Astros in the Texas League. They began play in 2005 when the club relocated from Round Rock, TX. Led by skipper Dave Clark, they posted a 64-76 record in their first season. Pitcher Jason Hirsh went 13-8 with a 2.87 ERA for the club and led the league with 165 strikeouts. In their second year, the Hooks won the league championship
The Hooks play their home games at Whataburger Field and include Nolan Ryan as one of their owners.
[edit] Year-by-Year Record
| Year | Record | Finish | Manager | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 64-76 | 7th | Dave Clark | |
| 2006 | 76-63 | 3rd | Dave Clark | League Champs |
| 2007 | 67-73 | 6th | Dave Clark | |
| 2008 | 55-85 | 8th | Luis Pujols |
