As a Houston resident and a baseball fan, I have seen Minute Maid Park become more than just a ballpark. It's a symbol for Houston and a beloved icon known as "the juice box." The orange of orange juice perfectly compliments the orange brand of the Houston Astros, creating a cohesive and memorable branding. The park's iconic train filled with oranges is part of our charm - a charm that we fear might be lost if it will be filled with air conditioners instead.

Houston Astros had the highest attendances in 2019 demonstrating the deep connection fans have with the stadium and the Astros, emphasizing further on the significance of the Minute Maid branding (source: Major League Baseball). Changing the name to 'Daikin Park' threatens to erode this long-standing connection.

We are not against Daikin or any corporate sponsorship, rather, we oppose the erasure of a meaningful name that holds deep-rooted significance to the people of Houston, the fans of Astros, and the rich history of baseball in our city. We humbly request that either Daikin retains the 'Minute Maid' brand in some manner that respects our city's history or the Astros ownership reconsiders the renaming.

Please sign this petition to protect the legacy of Minute Maid Park and keep the name that has represented us for many years.