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News in English (USA) / 19.11.2024 / 00:00

Houston Astros Announce Name Change for Their Ballpark to Daikin Park

The Houston Astros have officially announced that their home stadium, currently known as Minute Maid Park, will be renamed Daikin Park starting January 1. This significant name change comes as part of a new 15-year naming rights deal with the Japanese air conditioning company Daikin. The transition from Minute Maid Park, which has been synonymous with the team for years, has garnered mixed reactions from fans. With this announcement, the Astros also revealed plans for the iconic Minute Maid train, hinting at upcoming changes. The new naming rights agreement is set to last through 2039, marking a major shift in the branding of the stadium.
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