Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Justin Verlander's departure for the San Francisco Giants will likely end one of the most meaningful tenures of any player in Astros history. The Athletic's Chandler Rome and Tyler Stafford analyze Verlander's impact on the franchise and city upon his arrival in 2017. There's also some talk about the arbitration process and Houston's recent struggles in the second round of the draft. Two easy ways...

After signing Christian Walker and trading Kyle Tucker, the Astros' heavy lifting this winter may be done, but needs still exist in the outfield and in the bullpen. The Athletic's Chandler Rome and Tyler Stafford discuss where the club may go next — from trading reliable setup man Ryan Pressly to exploring other external additions on a tight budget.  Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a n...

From Dana Brown to Jeremy Peña to Daikin Park's concession stands and roof, resolutions are apparent for the 2025 Astros. The Athletic's Chandler Rome and Tyler Stafford examine five resolutions for every facet of the franchise. 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.

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick makes his debut as a regular contributor to Crush City Territory alongside Chandler Rome and Tyler Stafford. Reddick talks the Astros' transformative offseason and how the clubhouse may respond to a new-look team. 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 infor...

The Astros are in agreement with free-agent first baseman Christian Walker on a three-year, $60 million contract, ending any conversations about a trade for Nolan Arenado while all but signaling the end of Alex Bregman's tenure in Houston. With Isaac Paredes now projected as the team's third baseman, Bregman — one of the faces of this franchise's golden era — is all but certain to don a new unifor...

After Nolan Arenado invoked his no-trade clause and blocked a trade to Houston, the Astros are in limbo. They'll continue talks with Arenado and the St. Louis Cardinals, but what does this mean for Alex Bregman and the future of third base in Houston? 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 infor...

Cam Smith is the centerpiece of the Astros' trade for Kyle Tucker, but both Isaac Paredes and Hayden Wesneski project to have a more immediate impact. How do Paredes and Wesneski fit into the 2025 Astros — and how far away may Smith be from joining them? 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 in...

The Astros authored the biggest blockbuster trade of the winter, sending three-time All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and prospect Cam Smith. The Astros plan to contend in 2025, but trading their best player will make the task far more arduous. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here an...

In a winter dominated by Juan Soto discourse, the Astros have somehow stolen the spotlight.  The team is open for business, listening to trade offers on Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez — both of whom would be among the best players acquired by any team this winter. The Astros remain engaged with free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman, but it's clear this winter won't mirror any that preceded it. Two...