On July 24, 2007, At a press conference, an emotional Craig Biggio announces he will retire after this season, bringing his 20 year-old career as the longest-tenured player in Astro history to an end. The newest member of the 3,000 hit club, the only player in All-Star history to appear in the game as a catcher and a second baseman, played a major role in Houston’s four division titles and the team’s only National League pennant at the time.

During the game, Craig Biggio blasts a grand slam homer off Rudy Seanez that breaks up a 3-3 tie and defeats the Dodgers, 7-4. It’s the 3016th hit of his career. Jason Jennings wins for just the second time all season, assisted by four relievers. 

Biggio, will finish his career as the modern-day record-holder for most times hit by a pitch, is Houston’s career leader in several categories, including games played, hits and runs scored.

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