No Official Offer To Purchase Team Is Made
HOUSTON,
TX--The group that was given a 30-day negotiating window by Astros
Chairman and CEO Drayton McLane to make an offer to purchase the
ballclub has not made an official offer prior to the deadline.
“As
I’ve said all along, my family and I are not actively attempting to
sell the Astros. Over the years, I have been approached many times by
groups interested in discussing the possible purchase of the team, and
I’ve always been open to listening.
“This group was granted an exclusive negotiating window which expired yesterday (January 31), however, nothing materialized.
“For
18 years, the Astros have been and will continue to be a big part of me
and my family. We consider owning the Astros a public trust and embrace
the responsibility to the city of Houston.
“Moving forward, we
remain as committed as ever to putting a competitive and winning team
on the field and making a positive difference in our community. We are
anxious to start spring training and begin the 2010 championship season
on April 5 at home against the Giants
