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featuring Larry Dierker signed with the Houston Astros in 1964 and pitched for the team until 1976. Dierker remained close to the Astros organization after retiring in 1977 and in 1979, he was hired as the Astros' radio and TV commentator. After 18 seasons, Dierker was named to replace Terry Collins as the team's manager in 1997. Dierker managed the team for five seasons, won four division titles and was named National League Manager of the Year after the 1998 season. Dierker's book This Ain't Brain Surgery: How to Win the Pennant Without Losing Your Mind recounts his experiences in professional baseball. Dierker currently serves as the full-time analyst on Astros home game telecasts. Honorary Chairman - Drayton McLane, Chairman of the Houston Astros Baseball Club and the McLane Group.
For additional information, contact: Literacy Advance
of Houston at 713-266-8777, or email rsvp@literacyadvancehouston.org.
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