Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome react to the Astros' first idle October in eight seasons, discuss what went wrong for the 2025 Astros, whether this is the end of Houston's golden era and where the franchise stands before analyzing the fate of manager Joe Espada.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FOUL – play just $5, get $50 in Pick6 bonus picks.  Go to Superpower....

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' disheartening series loss in Sacramento, their fading playoff hopes, how a trade deadline disaster keeps rearing its ugly head and the state of Houston's injury-ravaged lineup before previewing an all-or-nothing series against the Los Angeles Angels.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Seattle Mariners' three-game sweep of the Houston Astros, the Mariners' pending American League West title and what the Astros have to accomplish during their final road trip in order to secure a postseason spot for the ninth consecutive year.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FOUL — play just $5, get $50 in Pick6 bonus...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Houston's three-game sweep of the Texas Rangers and the lineup's encouraging showing against Jacob deGrom before previewing a massive series against the Seattle Mariners that will determine the American League West champions.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FOUL — play just $5...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Yordan Alvarez's sprained left ankle, the ramifications of his long-term absence and how the lineup will look without him before analyzing Jesús Sánchez's struggles and the emergence of pitching prospect AJ Blubaugh.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FOUL — play just $5, get $50 in Pick6 bonus picks.  Go to MeUndies.com/foul...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' series win against the Atlanta Braves, Zach Cole's memorable major-league debut and Framber Valdez's continued struggles before setting up a seismic six-game homestand against the Texas Rangers and AL West-leading Seattle Mariners.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL....

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Houston's continued freefall, losing two out of three in Toronto, Jose Altuve's prolonged slump, the offense's inability to score runs and what the team can do to turn things around with 15 games remaining.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FOUL — play just $5, get $50 in Pick6...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome are joined by The Athletic's Mitch Bannon to preview the upcoming series between the Blue Jays and Astros, discuss George Springer's discovery of a fountain of youth, how Toronto's lineup mimics what the Astros hope to do, the Blue Jays' shaky bullpen, solid rotation and whether Toronto's style of play can translate to October.  Download the DraftKin...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' feeble offensive showing against the Texas Rangers, Hunter Brown's continued ascension into acehood, Framber Valdez's first start after his infamous cross-up and how Houston's lineup can correct itself this late in the season.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app, use code FOUL. opt in for FREE, and start stacking entries for NFL We...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss more fallout from Framber Valdez's cross-up of César Salazar, Yordan Alvarez's return to form in the Astros' lineup, Spencer Arrighetti's elbow injury and what the future holds for both Isaac Paredes and Jake Meyers.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOU...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Framber Valdez's cross-up of catcher César Salazar, the problematic optics it presents and how the Astros may handle the drama going forward. Then, a few listener questions are answered as part of a mailbag segment.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app, use code FOUL. opt in for FREE, and start stacking entries for NFL Week 1.  Upgrade your war...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss a listless showing from the Astros' offense, whether concerns are valid about the lineup's approach, the debut of Lance McCullers Jr. out of the bullpen and the encouraging starts from Cristian Javier and Spencer Arrighetti.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.  Download the Draf...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome are joined by Astros second-round pick Ethan Frey to discuss his first month in pro ball, his transition from LSU to the Astros' organization and what it was like to play with Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews. Stafford and Rome then break down Lance McCullers' move to the bullpen and what it means for the Astros' pitching staff.  Get 20% off your first Sl...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Yordan Alvarez's much anticipated return from the injured list, what his presence means to the Astros' inconsistent lineup, the roster moves made to get Alvarez back on the roster and Carlos Correa's continued impact after his acquisition at the trade deadline.  Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by goin...

Tyler Stafford recaps the Astros' much-needed series win over the Baltimore Orioles, what looked good (Jesús Sánchez', Christian Walker, Bryan Abreu), and what didn’t (Lance McCullers Jr and Cristian Javier). Plus a conversation with Dennis Bartel, the man behind the mask of Orbit and Junction Jack.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to play $5, and get $50 in B...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to answer some fan questions about the Astros' inconsistent offense and what to make of Cam Smith's prolonged struggles before picking one pitcher and one hitter that will be critical to Houston's final five weeks of the season. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOU...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' disturbing sweep at the hands of the Detroit Tigers, long-term concerns for  the remainder of the season, Jesús Sánchez's pronounced struggles, what to do about Cam Smith and how Framber Valdez can turn around his four-start slump.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to play $5, and get $50 in Bo...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' disappointing series loss against the Orioles, Yordan Alvarez's impending rehab assignment, Josh Hader's decision to rehab his left shoulder injury and the team's upcoming series against the Tigers.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to play $5, and...

Astros pitching prospect Ethan Pecko joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his journey in Houston's organization, his circuitous college career, how the Astros expanded his arsenal and his early impressions of Triple-A Sugar Land.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to play $5, and get $50 in Bonus Picks instantly.  Get 20% off your fir...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the dead heat in the American League West between the Astros and Mariners, the "gut punch" of Josh Hader's left shoulder strain, its ripple effects on the Astros bullpen and how Joe Espada may navigate the late innings in Hader's absence.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to play $5, and get $50 in Bonus P...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' series win against the Yankees in the Bronx, Jose Altuve's continued domination of the Yankees and Carlos Correa's impact on the team before previewing Alex Bregman's return to Daikin Park with the Boston Red Sox this week.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.  Downlo...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' upcoming series at Yankee Stadium, their dwindling American League West lead over the Mariners, Carlos Correa's transition to third base, the return of some injured pitchers and the first impressions of Jesús Sánchez.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to Aren...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' series win in Miami and Spencer Arrighetti's return after a 123-day absence. Arrighetti's "growing pains" contributed to the lone loss, but Houston's new-look offense finally clicked. The two also analyzed Isaac Paredes' choice to rehab his hamstring strain and what Roman Anthony's extension could mean for Cam Smith.  Download the...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss their second first impressions of Carlos Correa and his return to the Astros' clubhouse before breaking down Boston's brutal three-game sweep of the Astros at Fenway Park. Is it just a bad weekend or a bigger concern? Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to play $5, and get $50 in Bonus Picks instantly. Two ea...

After a hectic trade deadline, Tyler Stafford and Josh Reddick discuss the return of Carlos Correa, as well as the acquisitions of Jesus Sanchez and Ramon Urias. After missing on Dylan Cease, will the Astros have enough pitching for a playoff push? Download the DraftKings Pick6 app and use code FOUL for new customers to get a special sign up offer. Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50...