Houston bombs the Rangers in a 16-6 exhibition win in Oklahoma City.

On April 4 , 1977 — 1977 – Houston bombs the Rangers in a 16-6 exhibition win in Oklahoma City. Willie Crawford drives in five runs but the moment nobody forgets is when Bob Watson doubles into a double play. Texas catcher Bill Fahey tags out both Enos Cabell and Jose Cruz at the plate.

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