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Last week, officials announced the two-year extension of the Player Development Contract (PDC) between the Fresno Triple A team and major league club.

Grizzlies General Manager and Executive Vice President Derek Franks said he is excited to continue the partnership, which led to the Grizzlies record-setting 84 wins and two championship titles last season.

“Nearly two years ago when we first began our relationship with the Houston Astros in Fresno, we wondered aloud what the first Grizzlies championship club would mean to this community, and that dream was realized in year one,” Franks stated at an Aug. 13 press conference. “From there, the Astros have made us feel like family. Their players are great guys and our fans appreciate their efforts on the field and in the community. As we wrap up another winning season with postseason aspirations, we couldn’t be happier to extend our affiliation with the Houston Astros for two more years.”

Allen Rowin, the Astros director of minor league operations, said the Astros are also excited to extend the partnership.

“The fans and community have embraced our players and staff and have made us feel like we are at home in Fresno,” Rowin said in a statement. “The Grizzlies ownership group has provided a great environment for us to continue the development of our players, and the front office has gone above and beyond in their efforts to make our players comfortable. We are thankful to everyone involved in our partnership and look forward to continuing to field championship teams in Fresno in the foreseeable future.”