Was Jose Cruz inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame? Astros legend accorded major honor

Legendary MLB player Jose Cruz was recently inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.

Cruz, nicknamed Cheo, was one of the best players for the Houston Astros during his time with the team. The Puerto Rican led the team to their first-ever division title and postseason berth in the 1980s.

Cruz is a two-time All-Star who won two Silver Slugger awards and led the National League in 1983 while playing in the pitcher-friendly Houston Astrodome.

His induction serves as inspiration for many young Puerto Ricans. It is also a means to shower respect on personalities who give their everything to the cause of baseball.

Jose Cruz's MLB career

Jose Cruz in Seattle Mariners v Houston Astros game

Cruz is a legend in the world of baseball. He built an impressive record for himself while playing for the Houston Astros, the St. Louis Cardinals and the New York Yankees. He had a batting average of .284 and registered 2,251 hits. Furthermore, he scored 165 home runs and batted in 1,077.

Since retiring from playing baseball, Jose Cruz has acted as a baseball coach and front-office executive.