Travis Scott made his presence felt at the Houston Astros’ Spring Training opener over the weekend, taking the mound to throw out the first pitch—and he didn’t come empty-handed.
The Astroworld creator took center stage at CACTI Park in West Palm Beach on Saturday as the Astros faced off against the Washington Nationals. In case you missed it, Scott secured naming rights to the stadium last year, further solidifying his deep ties to Houston’s baseball scene. He also made sure fans got something special to mark the occasion—the first 2,000 attendees received a limited-edition Travis Scott bobblehead, designed in his signature style. The collectible quickly became a coveted item, adding even more excitement to his appearance.
Beyond the ceremonial pitch, Scott spent time with Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu, capping off a week of community efforts led by his Cactus Jack Foundation. Just days prior, he hosted the Cactus Jack HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic in Houston, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for scholarships supporting HBCU students. His involvement at Spring Training wasn’t just a promotional stop—it was yet another example of his growing influence across sports, philanthropy, and culture, all while keeping Houston at the heart of his efforts.
Scott’s Astroworld legacy remains a mix of triumph and tragedy. Named after the now-closed Houston amusement park, the album Astroworld debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 2018, fueled by hits like “Sicko Mode” and “Stargazing.” The project cemented his status as a global superstar and birthed the Astroworld Festival, an annual event celebrating music, art, and his Houston roots.
However, the festival’s history took a devastating turn on November 5, 2021, when a deadly crowd surge during Scott’s performance led to 10 deaths and hundreds of injuries. The tragedy resulted in lawsuits, investigations, and widespread criticism. While Scott has maintained that he was unaware of the crisis unfolding in real time, the event reshaped his legacy and ignited debates over concert safety.
Despite the controversy, Scott has slowly rebuilt his career, releasing Utopia in 2023 and addressing the tragedy through his music. While Astroworld remains a defining era for him, its tragic ending ensures that his impact on music and culture will always be viewed through a complex lens.