We, the undersigned, are dedicated Houston Astros fans and frequent listeners of the Astros' radio broadcasts.

We were saddened and dismayed at the news that Alan Ashby was fired from the broadcast team for 2006.

Mr. Ashby was both a player and a broadcaster for the ballclub for many years. We enjoyed his insightful analyses, entertaining stories, and his clear and descriptive presentation of game action. We feel that his removal from the booth will lessen the quality of the Astros' radio broadcasts.

We ask the Houston Astros to reconsider their decision to fire Mr. Ashby, and reinstate him for the 2006 season and beyond.