Enough about baseball. Let's talk golf. And sleepovers. (Thought that'd get your attention.)

As much as I love watching baseball, after sitting through 200 or so games (including Spring Training), there's something to be said about the offseason. The business side of baseball never really stops, but it's always fun to attend offseason events that keep you thinking about baseball, without actually watching it.

Several past and present baseball personalities -- all of whom have Astros ties -- are scheduled to play in the Astros Alumni Golf Tournament on Nov. 17 at Wildcat Golf Club. Golf enthusiasts are encouraged to sign up for the event, which will raise money for the Astros in Action Foundation.

You'll recognize several names of participants, including Jeff Bagwell, Jim Deshaies, Larry Dierker and former-manager-turned-current-managerial-candidate Phil Garner.

The complete list, as of Wednesday, Oct. 21:

Eric Anthony, Alan Ashby, Bagwell, Kevin Bass, Enos Cabell, Deshaies, Dierker, John Edwards, Garner, Bill Heath, John Hudek, Mike Jackson, James Mouton, Carl Warwick and Brian Williams.

Bagwell

Milo Hamilton will serve as event emcee.

Those wishing to participate can register online at www.astros.com/community or by calling 713-259-8979. Individual registrations are $250 and registration for a team of four starts at $1,000. Other sponsorship opportunities ranging from $500 to $10,000 are also available.

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If golf isn't your thing, maybe spending the night under the stars at Minute Maid Park will pique your interest. On Halloween night -- Saturday, Oct. 31 -- the Astros are hosting 'Stros under the Stars, presented by Sunny 99.1.

This event marks the first-ever Astros sleepover in a night that will offer a myriad of activities, including playing catch in the outfield, throwing in the bullpen, touring one of the clubhouses and running the bases.

The Astros will show game 3 of the World Series on the big screen in center field. Dinner will be provided by Chick-Fil-A. Click here for full details, plus instructions how to register.
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Speaking of Astros alumni, I was happy to read that Jose Cruz has agreed to return to the team in a new role. According to this story, details of Cruz's new duties will be worked out in the near future.

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