HOUSTON – Friday, Nov. 3, is the first "Astros Day" in Texas, marking the day-long celebration of the Houston Astros' championship win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series.

Governor Greg Abbott proclaimed the day of celebration on Thursday, congratulating the entire Astros organization. He said the motto, "Earn History" is truly fitting for the Astros' season as the team displayed "tremendous character and grit, fighting through adversity to bring home the franchise’s first World Series title."

In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, he said the win is a great example of Texans' spirit and resolve and will serve as an "inspiration to a city and state that is passionate about its sports."