Reinstate Alan Ashby
We, the undersigned, are dedicated Houston Astros fans and frequent listeners of the Astros' radio broadcasts.We were saddened and dismayed at the news that Alan Ashby was fired from the broadcast tea... continue reading »
"The new team lacks the enthusiasm and excitement once offered by Ashby."
"Firing Ashby is one of the worst decisions the Astros have ever made."
"Alan Ashby is a longtime Astro who did not deserve to be treated this way. His announcing has gotten progressively better over the last few years and I very much enjoy listening to him. Reinstate Alan Ashby!"
"For being a "family man", a christian man,& supposedly a company high in integerity...DRAYTON...big guy, u screwed up!!! watch & see how long it is before MILO gets antsy with the new guys, & pops off!!!!!!!!"
"The new guys aren't very good, bring back Ashby"
"he is great - I can't believe you got rid of him. Milo will be lost without him"
"Bring Ash back"
"Bring back Ash!"
"This was a terrible decisionl. I listened to one show and the news guys are awful. I won't listen any more. BRING ALAN BACK!"
"What is it about the Astros firing good announcers?"
"Very bad move Mr McClane."
"i was shocked by the fact that mr ashby was fired. the broadcasts are not the same. please re-hire mr. alan ashby."
"Houston: we have a problem!!! The classless removal of Alan Ashby is a disgrace for the entire Astros organization. Alan Ashby is a man of integrity who worked very diligently with copious notes constant preparation to become on of the very best radio men"
"What a joke, the big offseason splash Drayton talked about is here. They've kicked one of the best sportscasters in the league off their payroll."
"those new guys suck!"
"I miss Ashby..."
"another horrible move, but not suprised.....stubborn pride"