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The "Houston Astros" is a professional baseball team that competes in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member of the American League West division. Established in 1962, the Astros were originally known as the "Colt .45s" and played their home games at Colt Stadium before moving to the Astrodome in 1965, which was the first domed stadium in the world. The team was renamed to the "Astros" at that time to reflect Houston's role as the center of the U.S. space program. The Astros have a rich history, having won one World Series championship (in 2017), two National League pennants, and six division titles. The team is known for its impressive roster of players, both past and present, including Hall of Famers Nolan Ryan, Craig Biggio, and Jeff Bagwell. In the MLB hierarchy, the Astros fall under the American League West division, which is one of six divisions in Major League Baseball. The American League West includes five teams: the Houston Astros, Los Angeles Angels, Oakland Athletics, Seattle Mariners, and Texas Rangers. These teams compete against each other throughout the regular season, with the team that has the best record at the end of the season advancing to the postseason. The Astros are an important part of the sports landscape in Houston and have a devoted fan base that spans across the city and beyond. The team's success on the field has helped to solidify its place as one of the premier franchises in Major League Baseball, and fans can look forward to many more exciting seasons of Astros baseball in the years to come.