On April 19, 1965 — At a cost of $20,000, the original Astrodome ceiling is painted because the sun’s glare makes fielding fly balls hazardous. This will cause the grass to die and spur the introduction of artificial turf next season.
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The Astrodome 1965 Baseball Tee Shirt - Past Home of Your Houston Astros
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Shibe Park 1909 Baseball Tee Shirt - Past Home of the Philadelphia A's
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Oakland Alameda Stadium 1968 Baseball Tee Shirt - Home of Your Oakland A's
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Fenway Park 1912 Baseball Tee Shirt - Home of Your Boston Red Sox
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Polo Grounds 1890 Baseball Tee Shirt - Past Home of the New York Giants
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