There are a number of episodes in Houston Astros history that we might describe as painful. This one, however, could be described as literally painful. I’m talking about the brief Houston career of pitcher Shawn Chacon.
Chacon was a third round draft pick by the Rockies in 1996 and reached the majors in 2001. He made the All-Star team in 2003 and managed a winning record, which was easier said than done for Rockies pitchers at that time. Still, he managed only a 5.20 ERA in five seasons in Colorado, mostly as a starter.