KFDM COOP Posted November 2, 2006 Report Posted November 2, 2006 Astros general manager gets contract extension November 1,2006 HOUSTON (AP) _ Astros general manager Tim Purpura will remain in his position through 2008. Team owner Drayton McLane told Houston television station KRIV on Wednesday night that he has extended Purpura's current three-year contract by a year. "Tim showed great patience the past two years," McLane said. "Many wanted us to trade away our top players but we didn't. One of Tim's greatest strengths is his patience." Purpura has spent 13 years in the Astros organization, taking over as the club's 10th general manager in November 2004. He has also worked in player development. In Purpura's debut season as general manager, the Astros made their first trip to the World Series, where they were swept by the Chicago White Sox in four games. (Copyright 2006 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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