Astros Oxy uniform patch: What is it and why does Houston wear it?

You may be watching the Houston Astros in the 2023 MLB playoffs and suddenly, it hits you: There’s a uniform patch on their threads that says OXY.

And you’re now wondering: What the heck is Oxy and why would the Astros wear that on their sleeves?

There’s a very good answer to that. Oxy is not what you think it is. Oxy is actually short for Occidental Petroleum, an energy company who has its headquarters in — you guessed it — Houston.

Oxy is an official jersey partner of the Astros for the next seven years thanks to a deal signed back in February.

And now you have the answer!

The Oxy logo will be featured on the Astros jersey sleeve throughout the regular season and any Postseason games. pic.twitter.com/ZZG3MPDdRd

— Houston Astros (@astros) February 9, 2023