Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Yordan Alvarez's fractured hand, how the Astros handled his rehab and the ramifications of their poor communication. The two also talk Framber Valdez's masterpiece against the Rays and Jacob Melton's promotion to the major-league team.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two eas...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome debate the best Astros' players since 2000, Chandler leaving Yordan Alvarez off his list, a closer conundrum between Ryan Pressly and Brad Lidge and whether or not to include Craig Biggio in a crowded infield.  Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. Use code FOUL for 20% off your first purchase on Rhoback.co...

Tyler Stafford and former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick join The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Houston's two-game sweep of the A's, Jose Altuve's torrid homestand, Ronel Blanco's season-ending Tommy John surgery and a vintage performance from Lance McCullers Jr.  Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order.  Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com a...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Houston's statement series win against the Mariners, Christian Walker's superstitions, terrific work by the Astros' bullpen, concerns about their injured starting rotation and the latest on Yordan Alvarez's hand injury.  Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at hofbets.com.  Get 20% off...

Tyler Stafford, former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Ronel Blanco's elbow soreness, the ramifications for an already depleted rotation, Jose Altuve's continued struggles and a big four-game series against the Mariners at Daikin Park.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.  Download the HOF app a...

Longtime Space City Home Network dugout reporter Julia Morales joins The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss her front-row seat for the Astros' ascension into a superpower, the rigors of working a 162-game season, Jose Altuve's career arc, becoming a working mother and her impressions of the 2025 Astros.  Use code FOUL for 20% off your first purchase on Rhoback.com.  Download Cash App Today: https...

Adam Spolane joins The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' four-game split against the Texas Rangers, a step in the right direction for Lance McCullers Jr., Hayden Wesneski's season-ending injury and an uncomfortable conversation that looms for Jose Altuve.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.  Download the HOF app and ent...

The Athletic's Chandler Rome analyzes Jacob deGrom's duel with Astros ace Hunter Brown, the shortcomings of Houston's imbalanced lineup and whether the Astros' hitting coaches should feel any heat in the wake of Alex Bregman's hot start in Boston.  Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM . One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome analyze the Astros' first 41 games of the season, hand out MVP and LVP awards at the quarter pole and assess their biggest surprises of Houston's 21-20 start.  Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at hofbets.com .  Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on y...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Ronel Blanco's dominant performance, an ugly night on and off the field for Lance McCullers Jr. and how the team will navigate a six-man rotation despite so much uncertainty.  Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and...

Tyler Stafford and former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick join The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Yordan Alvarez's hand injury, how the Astros' lineup can compensate in his absence, Brendan Rodgers' future in the organization, Jeremy Peña's offensive evolution and how to solve a cleanup hitter crisis. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Lance McCullers Jr.'s return to the Astros' rotation after a 915-day absence, the team's series loss to the lowly Chicago White Sox, Framber Valdez's future and the continued emergence of center fielder Jake Meyers.  Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Two easy ways to...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Houston's series win against the Detroit Tigers, the Astros' new-look batting order and the debut of pitching prospect AJ Blubaugh before previewing the return of Lance McCullers Jr.  Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. Two easy ways to support the sh...

The Athletic's Chandler Rome is joined by Kieran Steckley and The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen to preview the Astros-Tigers series at Daikin Park. The trio discusses A.J. Hinch's latest return to Houston, the outfield adventures of both Javy Baez and Jose Altuve, Detroit native Hunter Brown's domination and the differences between these two teams after last year's Wild Card series.  Get 20% off you...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' series loss against the Royals, where Houston's offense continued its anemic start to the season, Hunter Brown exorcised some demons and Framber Valdez got back on track. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/rev...

Tyler Stafford and former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick join The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Cam Smith's exposure to center field, Hunter Brown's ascension into acehood and where the Astros' lineup can look for more power.  Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice ratin...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome take stock of the Astros 21 games in, discussing Josh Hader's dominance, Cam Smith's evolution, Jake Meyers' hot start along with the continued disappointment from Yainer Diaz and Christian Walker. Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and S...

Friar Territory's Kyle Glaser joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to preview the weekend series between the Padres and Astros at Daikin Park and remember some recent Astros legends along the way.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10F...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to recap the Astros' series loss at Busch Stadium, where Houston's slow offensive start continued, Hunter Brown bullied a pesky Cardinals lineup and Nolan Arenado spoke about why he nixed an offseason trade to Houston.  Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your enti...

Cardinal Territory host and The Athletic writer Katie Woo joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to preview the Astros' three-game series with the Cardinals at Busch Stadium, discuss Nolan Arenado's decision to not accept a trade to Houston this winter and the long-term trajectories of both franchises.  Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and f...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' slow offensive start, potential lineup tweaks, Spencer Arrighetti's freak injury and the end of the Rafael Montero era in Houston.  Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome recap the Astros' series win in Minneapolis, preview their three-game series in Seattle and discuss the bullpen's strong start, Jose Altuve's adventurous time at Target Field and how long of a leash Cam Smith has at the major-league level.  Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your entire order. Restrictions...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' slow offensive start, whether torpedo bats would make a difference, the dominance of Hunter Brown and the early returns on rookie sensation Cam Smith. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome answer listener questions about the Astros' interest — or lack thereof — in torpedo bats, the viability of an extension for Hunter Brown, the future construction of the pitching staff and how to get Zach Dezenzo the everyday at-bats Joe Espada promised he'd receive.  Visit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome recap the Astros' season-opening series win against the Mets. Among the topics discussed: Cam Smith's major-league debut, Jose Altuve's first taste of left field, Josh Hader's shaky showings and the Astros' improved plate discipline. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio....