Baseball Trivia (General)/astros #7

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since 1965 who has wore the uniform #7. i can't remember who had it besides craig biggio for the last 15 or so years. i have a vague memory that maybe john bateman did back in the 60's or early 70's. thanks in advance for your help.

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Hi Bob,

Until Biggio's third season, and but for one exception, this number has been a catcher's number for the team. Here are the guys who wore #7 for the Astros since 1965.

1965     Gus Triandos
1966-68  John Bateman
1969-74  Johnny Edwards
1975-83  ----
1984     Alan Banister
1985     ----
1986-87  Robbie Wine
1988     ----
1989-2007  Craig Biggio

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