in 2002, he appeared in 40 games for the astros and played 88 in new orleans. he was called up again in 2003 and played 128 games for the astros. during that span he hit .256 with eight home runs. on august 6 everett hit the first ever inside-the-park home run at minute maid park versus the new york mets. on july 9 he hit his first career grand slam against the cincinnati reds.