January 23 in Houston Astros History: After signing 30-something veterans Turk Wendell and Dave Burba to spring contracts, the Astros really get (2005)

After signing 30-something veterans Turk Wendell and Dave Burba to spring contracts, the Astros really get "old school", inking 44-year-old lefthander John Franco to a one-year $700,000 deal. The 21-year veteran comes to Houston in second place all-time for career saves (424) and appearances (1,088)

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