Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome are joined by The Ringer's Bobby Wagner — co-host of the Tipping Pitches Podcast and longtime Mets fan — to preview the Astros and Mets' season-opening series at Daikin Park. The trio discusses Juan Soto's $700 million mega-deal, Steve Cohen's operating procedures and where the Astros are in their organizational life cycle.  Upgrade your wardrobe and...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick, Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Cam Smith's inclusion on the Astros' Opening Day roster, the stunning speed of his ascent and what the realistic expectations are for Houston's new right fielder.  Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the biggest takeaways from the Astros' six-week stay in West Palm Beach, including Jeremy Peña's offensive showcase, Cam Smith's continued emergence and the future of Chas McCormick.  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 SUBSCRI...

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Lance McCullers Jr.'s long-awaited return to a major-league mound, Jose Altuve's continued tests in left field and Cam Smith knocking on the door to make Houston's Opening Day roster.  Visit MINTMOBILE.com/Territory to shop premium wireless plans starting at 15 bucks a month. Two easy ways to sup...

With 10 days until Opening Day, Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Jose Altuve's recent tests in left field, the continued surge of top prospect Cam Smith, Framber Valdez's Opening Day start and Lance McCullers Jr.'s long-awaited return to a major-league mound. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to...

Astros assistant general manager Gavin Dickey joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to analyze the Astros' farm system, reminisce on some old scouting stories and preview the prospect-filled Spring Breakout game in West Palm Beach 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 break down Cam Smith's continued dominance of Astros spring training while begging the question — could he crack the team's Opening Day roster? And how might draft pick compensation play into the decision? 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...

Tyler Stafford and Josh Reddick dish on Jose Altuve's left field experiment (3:26). (10:30) The guys dive into the chances star prospect Cam Smith breaks camp with the big league club.  (12:42) Smith may be needed because Christian Walker is dealing with an oblique injury - something Reddick faced during his playing days. (26:16) Reddick also remembers hitting his first career home run with a bloo...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome talk the latest from Grapefruit League play before previewing the Astros' 2025 pitching staff. Can Josh Hader return to form? How can the team lessen the workload for both Hader and Bryan Abreu? Are either Spencer Arrighetti or Ronel Blanco in for a regression?  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome answer listener questions about Cam Smith's major-league readiness, Framber Valdez's future and make their picks to click for the 2025 season.  Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice ratin...

Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss some early takeaways from Astros camp, including Jose Altuve's continued work in left field, more rumors about the club's interest in Nolan Arenado and the need for someone else to step up in the lineup. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/foul and use code foul. Two easy ways to s...

Former Astros international scouting director Oz Ocampo joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his two stints in Houston's international scouting department, his new career as a Rice professor and shares some legendary stories from his time scouting for the Astros in Latin America.  Visit MINTMOBILE.com/Territory to shop premium wireless plans starting at 15 bucks a month...

Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to talk Alex Bregman's deal with the Boston Red Sox, Jose Altuve's impending move to left field and the Astros' ideal batting order.    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/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on You...

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome react to Alex Bregman's three-year, $120 million deal with the Boston Red Sox, which ended his nine-year association with the Astros.  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 information.

On the day pitchers and catchers report to spring training, longtime Astros pitching coach Josh Miller joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to preview Houston's 2025 pitching staff, provides updates on a few injured players and provides insight on some unheralded names on the Astros' camp roster.  Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free ite...

On the eve of spring training, Astros manager Joe Espada joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to reflect on his first season in charge, the excitement of 2025 and preview the new-look Astros team headed to West Palm Beach. 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 information.

Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' addition of Ben Gamel, what it means for Jose Altuve's future in the outfield and how to prepare for spring training from a player's perspective. 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 information.

Alex Bregman remains unsigned and the Astros remain involved. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the latest in Bregman's market, owner Jim Crane's involvement in the saga and what Houston's bullpen may look like in the wake of Ryan Pressly's departure. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/list...

From atop a mountain in Breckenridge, Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Ryan Pressly's departure, Dana Brown's comments about their fractured relationship and Jose Altuve's potential move to left field.  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 a...

With the Cubs and Astros making another deal, Chandler Rome, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney get together for another crossover episode. How much does Pressly have left in the tank? And how much did the addition of Josh Hader bother Pressly last season? The reporters from The Athletic discuss what Pressly meant to the Astros, and what the All-Star reliever will bring to the Wrigley Field clubhou...

Before Ryan Pressly approved his trade to the Chicago Cubs, The Athletic's Chandler Rome and Tyler Stafford discussed Pressly's legacy in Houston and his place within the team's golden era. Tyler and Chandler also analyzed Alex Bregman's potential return and Jose Altuve's potential move ... to left field in order to accommodate it. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review h...

Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' outfield in the wake of Kyle Tucker's departure, the importance — or lack thereof — in major-league hitting coaches and how Houston could address its outfield deficiency during the waning days of winter. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See...

Astros infield prospect Brice Matthews joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to recap his first pro season, his stint in Puerto Rican winter ball and the anticipation for his first trip to major-league spring training. 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 information.

Chandler Rome, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic get together for a scouting report on Kyle Tucker and how his personality will mesh in the Wrigley Field clubhouse, whether he is ready to be a face of the franchise, and how Cam Smith will handle being the centerpiece of Houston's return. From there, they discuss Alex Bregman’s market and potential willingness to accept a short-term...

Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Justin Verlander's departure for the San Francisco Giants, his impact on the Astros' franchise and how Houston's pitching staff will look in his absence. 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 information.