Craig F. Cullinan Jr.
Craig Francis Cullinan Jr. (May 17, 1925 – March 17, 2004) was an American oilman from Texas and baseball executive. He served as Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Houston Sports Association, the founding group of thirty members that acquired the Houston Astros Major League Baseball franchise rights. Originally named the Houston Colt .45's, Cullinan Jr. served as the team's first president.
Craig Cullinan Jr. | |
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| Born | May 17, 1925 Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | March 17, 2004 (aged 78) United States |
| Resting place | Glenwood Cemetery Houston, Texas |
| Education | Phillips Exeter Academy |
| Alma mater | Yale University |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Houston Astros, Texaco |
| Parent | Craig Francis Cullinan Sr. & Edith Phillips |
| Relatives | Joseph S. Cullinan (grandfather) |
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